Long ago in Japan, a poor, elderly couple discover a large peach and, in it, the child they have always desired. They name him Momotaro – Peach Boy. As he grows up, the lad vows to protect his village from the oni monsters who steal our things and frighten our people. Once upon a time there lived an old man an old woman in the country of Okayama. The old man went everyday into the mountains to cut wood, while his […]
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The Inch-High child fancying himself a miniture samurai, Issun-Bōshi is given a sewing needle for a sword, a soup bowl for a boat, and chopsticks for oars.
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In the Crab and the Monkey, a monkey kills a crab, and is later killed in revenge by the crab’s offspring. Retributive justice is the theme of the story.
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Shitakiri Suzume, also known as “The Tongue-Cut Sparrow,” is a popular Japanese folktale that has been passed down through generations. It tells the story of a kind-hearted old man, a greedy wife, and a magical sparrow. Here is the story: Once upon a time, in a small village nestled in the mountains of Japan, there lived an old man and his wife. The old man was known for his gentle nature and compassion towards all living creatures. One day, as […]
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Hanasaka Jiisan, also known as “The Old Man Who Made Flowers Bloom,” is a popular Japanese folktale that carries a heartwarming message about the power of kindness and gratitude. It tells the story of an old man, a group of animals, and a magical tree. Here is the story: Once upon a time, in a small village in Japan, there lived an elderly man named Hanasaka Jiisan. Despite his old age, Hanasaka Jiisan was known for his kind and generous […]
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The story of “The Cowherd and the Weaver Girl,” also known as “The Legend of the Milky Way,” is a beautiful Chinese folk tale that dates back thousands of years. In ancient China, there was a young cowherd named Niu Lang who lived a simple and humble life. He spent his days tending to his cattle and found solace in the serene beauty of the countryside. One day, while Niu Lang was herding his cows near a heavenly river, he […]
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In ancient Greek mythology, the story of Orpheus and Eurydice is a captivating tale that has fascinated generations with its themes of love, loss, and the power of music. The story unfolds with Orpheus, a gifted musician and poet, who falls deeply in love with Eurydice, a beautiful nymph. Orpheus, the son of the muse Calliope and the god Apollo, possessed an extraordinary talent for playing the lyre. His music had the ability to enchant all who heard it, from […]
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The story of the Butterfly Lovers, also known as Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai, is a captivating Chinese folk tale that has been passed down through generations. With its origins dating back to the Tang Dynasty, this enchanting tale of forbidden love and tragic destiny continues to resonate with audiences today. The tale begins in ancient China, where Zhu Yingtai, the daughter of a wealthy family, yearns for knowledge and education. In a society that values traditional gender roles and […]
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Idun is one of the most important goddesses in Norse mythology. The name of this goddess has been variously translated to mean ‘The Rejuvenating One’, ‘Ever Young’, and ‘Rejuvenator’, which highlights the role she has in the Norse pantheon. You can guess how worried the other gods would be if anything happened to her. One of the best-known Norse myths is known as ‘The Kidnapping of Idun’, in which it is demonstrated just how important this goddess was to the […]
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Persephone was an innocent maiden, a virgin who loved to play in the fields where eternal springtime reigned. But Hades had other plans for her: He would steal her innocence and virginity and turn her into the dreaded goddess of the Underworld. Where Have All the Flowers Gone? Hades, god of the Underworld, fell in love with Persephone and wanted her as his bride. His brother Zeus consented to the marriage—or at least refused to oppose it. Yet he warned […]
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