Additional Mythology

Question 1

Kappa

Answer 1

• Mythical humanoid creatures
• Said to have amphibious and reptilian features
• Water Gods
• Look different from each other
• Turtle shell on back
• Beak-like mouth
• Bowl on head that contains life force

Question 2

Tengu

Answer 2

• Powerful and magical bird
• Body of a human, head of a crow or hawk
• Martial arts skills and ability to fly

Question 3

Yokai

Answer 3

• General term
• refers to wide range of supernatural creatures in Japanese mythology
• many forms such from animals to ghosts
• often have magical powers

Question 4

Oni

Answer 4

• demonic creatures
• depicted as having horns, sharp claws, and fangs
• known for strength and fearsome appearance
• often associated with the underworld

Question 5

Kitsune

Answer 5

• Fox spirit known for intelligence and magical powers
• Said to be able to transform into beautiful women
• Sometimes associated with Inari (god of fertility, agriculture, and foxes)
• Act as messengers for Inari