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The subject of our show today might just be the creepiest so far: jikininki. Unlike a lot of the monsters from legend, Japanese jikininki aren’t scary because of the danger they pose. If you come face to face with one, it’s likely to freeze with fear— the old saying, it’s more afraid of you than you are of it rings true in this case— and if you’re healthy and, well— alive— there’s nothing a jikininki wants from you. No, these spirits are not particularly dangerous; however, their sheer existence is a troubling reminder to live a selfless, altruistic life. Because if you’re greedy, you might one day become just like them.

Today’s episode features a story from Lafcadio Hearn’s Kwaidan: Stories and Studies of Strange Things.

This episode was researched and written by Lindsey Morse. Niall Cooper assists with writing and editing. Our theme music was composed by Graeme Ronald.

Additional music: "Samurai Warrior" by Purple Planet is licensed under CC BY 3.0 / A derivative from the original work

Finally, make sure to check out our sister show, Assassinations Podcast: www.assassinationspodcast.com.

Visit our website: www.fabfigmentals.com

Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/fabfigmentals

Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/figmentals

Find us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/fabfigmentals

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The subject of our show today might just be the creepiest so far: jikininki. Unlike a lot of the monsters from legend, Japanese jikininki aren’t scary because of the danger they pose. If you come face to face with one, it’s likely to freeze with fear— the old saying, it’s more afraid of you than you are of it rings true in this case— and if you’re healthy and, well— alive— there’s nothing a jikininki wants from you. No, these spirits are not particularly dangerous; however, their sheer existence is a troubling reminder to live a selfless, altruistic life. Because if you’re greedy, you might one day become just like them.

Today’s episode features a story from Lafcadio Hearn’s Kwaidan: Stories and Studies of Strange Things.

This episode was researched and written by Lindsey Morse. Niall Cooper assists with writing and editing. Our theme music was composed by Graeme Ronald.

Additional music: "Samurai Warrior" by Purple Planet is licensed under CC BY 3.0 / A derivative from the original work

Finally, make sure to check out our sister show, Assassinations Podcast: www.assassinationspodcast.com.

Visit our website: www.fabfigmentals.com

Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/fabfigmentals

Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/figmentals

Find us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/fabfigmentals

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