The kitsune (狐, きつね, IPA: [kʲi̥t͡sɨne̞] ⓘ) in popular Japanese tradition, are foxes or fox spirits that possess paranormal abilities such as shapeshifting, and capable of bewitching people. This obake karuta ('monster card') from the early 19th century depicts a kitsune.

Certain mental disorders have been attributed to possession by kitsune (known as kitsunetsuki). Mysterious illusory fires and strange lights in the sky are said to be caused by their magic, and are known as kitsunebi, or “fox fire.” Other forms: Kitsune are extremely intelligent and powerful shape-shifters. They frequently harass humans by ...

2023年10月26日 · The Kitsune yokai (spirits) in Japanese Shintoism are a popular and wide-spread myth. These magical multi-tailed foxes can shapeshift into people, possess humans like demons, or charm people to do their bidding.

2021年6月2日 · The Kitsune is a magical fox from Japanese mythology and very popular in Japan. Learn more about the meaning and legend of this yokai in this article!

Appearance: Nogitsune, also frequently called yako, are a type of kitsune—magical foxes found in East Asian folklore. Specifically the term refers to low ranking, wild kitsune that do not have a divine soul or serve as messengers of the gods. They are …

kitsune, trickster foxes from traditional Japanese folklore. They are a type of yōkai, a class of supernatural creatures with godlike powers, often equated to the English ghoul or demon. Kitsune are noted for their paranormal abilities, particularly metamorphosis. As they age, these abilities can become more powerful.

Translation: spirit fox Alternate names: senko (wizard fox) Habitat: usually found near Inari shrines Diet: none; they no longer need food. Appearance: Kiko are zenko—good kitsune—who serve the kami Inari. It is the third rank of fox spirit, below tenko and kūko. In general, kiko are between five hundred and one thousand years of age.

2014年9月9日 · The fox isn't the only animal yokai that can shape-shift, but they have a special predilection for appearing as a beautiful woman in order to deceive human men. Oddly, in this case they don't always have bad intentions. As Lafcadio Hearn tells it: The fox does not always appear in the guise of a woman for evil purposes.

2024年9月17日 · The Kitsune, or fox, holds a significant place in Japanese folklore, embodying a rich tapestry of cultural beliefs and mythological narratives. Traditionally viewed as a creature of great wisdom and mystical powers, the Kitsune represents both benevolent and malevolent aspects, making it a multifaceted symbol in Japanese culture.

2022年2月5日 · Evil foxes, known as nogitsune, are wild creatures that serve no god and carry no divinity within their souls. They are known for shifting into human form, and in some cases presenting themselves as beautiful women to lure powerful men into their traps.