These are just one of the mythical creatures made famous in the Tohoku region of Japan. Ghosts of children playing in the living room. Spirits that pull the unsuspecting to a watery demise.

(These Japanese mythical creatures were born from disaster.) From inspiring characters and themes to shaping visual aesthetics and cultural context, here’s how this ancient creature continues to ...

from Indian statues to Japanese scrolls. Those who wish to know more about this topic should consider paying a visit to the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s ongoing exhibition, “Mythical ...

Dragons hold a special place in the world of mythical beasts. They started out as snakes, then evolved into fire-breathing, flying monsters that both terrorize and charm us. But where did the idea for ...

These scaly, mythical creatures appear in the lore of countless societies, from the pool-dwelling, peaceable dragons of the East to the fiery, venomous demons of the West. As anthropologist David E.

the mysterious Indrik and Japanese Baku; the Tooth Fairy (not as sweet as you'd think), an adorable Unicorn and majestic Griffin. Take your place among legendary heroes, just don't wake the Dragon ...

Unveil a myriad of dark secrets and come face to face with some of the most magnificent monsters and terrifying beasts ... Japanese Baku; the Tooth Fairy (not as sweet as you’d think), an adorable ...