Tradition: Japanese Mythology
Alternative Names: Yakan Tsuru, 薬缶吊る
Category: Object
The Myth
Yakantsuru is a mysterious yokai from Nagano Prefecture, Japan. Its name refers to a hanging kettle, reflecting the strange phenomenon associated with this supernatural being.
Those walking through a forest at night may encounter a kettle suddenly dangling down from the trees above. The sight appears unexpectedly in the darkness, making the Yakantsuru an eerie presence in the nighttime woods. Beyond this unusual occurrence, little is known about its appearance, behavior, or origins.
Sources
“Yakanzu.” 新版TYZ 妖怪図鑑 (New TYZ Yokai Encyclopedia). https://tyz-yokai.blog.jp/archives/1010652582.html