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Anime Like Folktales from Japan

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Folktales from Japan

⭐ 7.22

Furusato Saisei: Nippon no Mukashibanashi

tv258 ep2012

Historical Kids Supernatural Fantasy Adventure

Like in any culture, Japanese kids grow up listening to the stories repeatedly told by their parents and grandparents. The boy born from a peach; the princess from the moon who is discovered inside a bamboo; the old man who can make a dead cherry tree blossom, etc. These short stories that teach kid…

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FAQ — anime like Folktales from Japan

What are some anime like Folktales from Japan?

Popular picks similar to Folktales from Japan include Mushi-Shi, Mushishi Special: Hihamukage and InuYasha: Kuroi Tessaiga. They share genres and themes and rate well — see the full ranked list above.

How are these Folktales from Japan recommendations chosen?

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Where can I watch Folktales from Japan?

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