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“thersa matsuura's immersive, eloquent, deeply creepy little podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in uncanny folklore and/or Japanese history and culture - personally i'm an enthusiast of all of the above, so finding it was rather like hitting the jackpot. US-born but a longtime resident of japan, matsuura is a greatly knowledgeable, personable, and engaging guide to the traditions, superstitions, and stories she recounts - some of which you may have heard of, but many of which are little-known outside of japan itself. as other reviewers have said, many of the stories & traditions really are truly, thoroughly uncanny - utterly atmospheric and deeply eerie in a way that other folklore can scarely match. this time of year is just perfect for a good ghost story, as the days darken and winter approaches; and matsuura's podcast fits the bill perfectly. cannot recommend it highly enough.”Read full review »
rory lewis via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/04/18
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“Matsuura’s podcast is wonderfully spoken, full of the rich culture with the blessing of a westerner married into the world she loves, this uncanny Japan podcast has the eye and mind of both lands which brings a taste of the subject that one looking in couldn’t achieve. With a touch of the...”Read full review »
Archnight via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/02/19
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“This podcast is so unique, that I felt transported deep into the Japaneae countryside soaking up such fascinating content! Thersa paints a wonderful picture that leaves you hungry for more! (Thankfully not as a hungry ghost)
I cant wait to hear more!! If you love hearing fascinating cultural...”Read full review »
BluePineShores via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/31/19
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“If you like dark creepy folktales/folklores to listen before bed you’d love this podcast! 🤍”
mvnicspooky via Apple Podcasts ·
Thailand ·
10/19/20
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