Special Exhibition 'Yokai Expo: Mononoke, Their History and Stories' (Yamadera Venue)
Exhibition Period: July 18 (Fri), Reiwa 7 (2025) – September 2 (Tue)
(Closed: July 23, August 27)
Yokai are also known as “mononoke” and have been featured in various literary and artistic works since ancient times. What kind of influence have yokai had on Japanese culture? What were their characteristics in each era?
Works based on books by Chuta Ito, a native of Yonezawa City, and Chuta's yokai will also be exhibited. Please come and see them. Don't miss it!
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