Podcast episodes about Kappa

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   Kappa (Rerun)

   Sightseeing Japan Sep 7, 2026 · 80 min

   During the break between seasons, Sightseeing Japan is revisiting some favorite episodes from the past. Kappa are dangerous reptilian water creatures from Japanese mythology. Join Jason and Paul as they explore the fascinating folklore behind this odd…

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   The Kappa

   GraveYard Tales Jul 25, 2025 · 62 min

   This week we take a look at the Kappa! This legend is from Japan, but is it a cryptid? Is it a spirit? Or is it both? Have you heard about the Kappa? SponsorsMe Undies – (Code: graveyard) Check out the NOT TODAY PODCAST wherever you get your podcasts! Check…

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   Lil Ass-Eatin' Kappas (New Fear Unlocked)

   Scared All The Time Aug 29, 2025 · 51 min

   With spooky season just around the corner, Chris and Ed have locked themselves away for all of September to write and produce another stack of awesome SATT episodes and specials for October, BUUUUT they're not gonna leave you hanging! You'll still be able to…

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   KAPPA - Why Japanese Children NEVER Play Near Water Alone

   Freaky Folklore Apr 21, 2025 · 45 min

   Kappa - In the serene rivers and ponds of Japan lurks the Kappa, an ancient water spirit that lures the unwary with its child-like appearance - before dragging them beneath the water's surface to harvest a mythical organ hidden within the human body. Discover…

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   The Kappa's Fart

   Uncanny Japan Mar 15, 2020 · 17 min

   A kappa is a small, scrawny, aquatic yokai with a parrot-like beak, a tortoise-style shell on its back, and an indentation on the top of its head full of water. They're found in rivers, lakes, ponds, and even coastal areas. But what do they do? While recently…

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   Loremen S3 Ep37 - Yuriko Kotani - The Kappa

   Loremen Podcast Sep 10, 2020 · 33 min

   Yuriko Kontani joins the Loreboys to talk about the Kappa - a quirky Japanese river-monster with some nasty appetites. Webbed hands and a bowl on its head are the least of your worries.In spite of our best efforts, this episode contains much talk of bottoms…

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   Episode 7- Kappa

   The Cryptid Keeper Apr 9, 2017 · 41 min

   Come on in, the water's fine! Don't mind the shadows lurking beneath the surface, it's just this week's cryptid! Slice up some cucumber snacks and throw on a bathing suit you don't mind ruining, then dive in with us as we learn about the Kappa! We'll be your…

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   Story Time: The Kappa's Abyss

   Uncanny Japan May 2, 2021 · 30 min

   Today's Story Time is one I found in an old collection of Japanese folklore. It's about a couple of conniving kappa and an innocent young girl. It's called "The Kappa's Abyss." Visit the Uncanny Japan website to read the show notes and transcript. Uncanny…

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