An oni (鬼 おに) (/ ˈoʊniː / OH-nee) is a kind of yōkai, demon, orc, ogre, or troll in Japanese folklore. They are believed to live in caves or deep in the mountains or in the hell. [2] .

Oni are typically depicted as large, ogre-like beings with horns. Some have extra fingers or eyes and are shown wielding iron clubs called kanabō. Their skin colors vary and can indicate their …

Transformed into oni, they become the ogreish and brutal servants of Great Lord Enma, ruler of hell. Wielding great iron clubs, they crush and destroy humans solely for enjoyment. An oni’s …

2024年12月6日 · Oni, often translated as “demons” or “ogres,” are formidable creatures in Japanese mythology. These beings are characterized by their grotesque appearance, often …

2023年4月11日 · In Japanese folklore, Oni (鬼) are a type of supernatural demon or ogre, often depicted as horned, red-skinned, and fierce-looking creatures. These yokai have played a …

2024年3月12日 · Ogres are mythical creatures often depicted as large, hideous, man-eating beings in Western folklore, while Oni are demonic ogres or trolls in Japanese folklore, known …

2025年3月6日 · Oni, the formidable ogres of Japanese mythology, are as fearsome as they are fascinating. These supernatural creatures, often depicted as horned demons, inhabit tales of …

2024年10月8日 · The term “Oni” refers to a class of supernatural beings found in Japanese folklore, often depicted as ogre-like demons. These creatures embody a complex …

2024年2月26日 · Oni, often depicted as ogre-like demons, are prominent figures in Japanese folklore. These malevolent spirits are characterized by their wild appearance, sharp claws, …

2019年6月7日 · The Japanese Oni is translated as demons, devils, ogres or trolls. Appearance. The description of the Oni differs, but they are usually described as hideous, gigantic ogre-like …