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JLPT N1

妖怪

妖怪 is a Japanese word for the weird, wonderful, and sometimes scary creatures in folklore. These include monsters, goblins, and spirits.

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Noun

Monster / Spirit / Goblin

A broad term for supernatural beings from Japanese folklore. This includes a wide variety of creatures, from mischievous goblins and demons to strange apparitions and monsters.

Example

子供 の 頃 、 祖母 から 妖怪 の 話 を よく 聞き ました 。

When I was a child, my grandmother often told me stories about yōkai.

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妖怪 is a Japanese word for the weird, wonderful, and sometimes scary creatures in folklore. These include monsters, goblins, and spirits.
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