Japanese Fairy Tales
Traditional Japanese stories — from Momotaro to Kaguya-hime.
100 stories in this collection
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[NOTES, AUTHORITIES, AND ILLUSTRATIONS](#chapnotes)
A bambuszlányka
A CENTURY OF ROMAN CHRISTIANITY
A levágott nyelvű veréb
Kindness is rewarded, while cruelty and greed lead to ruin.
A nyulacska és a krokodil
Deception and pride lead to suffering, while honesty and humility can bring redemption and kindness.
A szamuráj szerencséje
Even the smallest, most insignificant beginning can lead to great fortune through patience, kindness...
A WARRIOR’S HELPERS
Unity and cooperation among diverse individuals are essential for achieving a common goal, especiall...
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Az ezerlábú szörnyeteg
True courage and selflessness are rewarded with lasting prosperity and blessings.
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Az ostoba Tempó.[2)](#Footnote2)
Blindly following instructions without understanding context or intent can lead to disastrous conseq...
Barackfia, Momotaro
Bravery and loyalty are rewarded with happiness and prosperity.
Battle of the Monkey and the Crab
Greed and treachery will eventually lead to your downfall, often at the hands of those you wronged.
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BATTLE OF THE MONKEY AND THE CRAB
Greed and treachery will eventually lead to severe consequences, often through the cunning of the wr...
Belohnte Kindesliebe
Filial love and devotion can be divinely rewarded, bringing prosperity and healing.
BENKEI AND THE BELL
Even the strongest will cannot force a sacred object to betray its true home and purpose.
CESPEDES, THE CHRISTIAN CHAPLAIN
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Chin-Chin Kobakama
Laziness can lead to unexpected and frightening consequences, and it's important to take responsibil...
CHIN-CHIN KOBAKAMA
Laziness can lead to unexpected and frightening consequences, and it is important to take responsibi...
CHŌ-SEN: A PROVINCE OF JAPAN
CONFUCIANISM IN ITS PHILOSOPHICAL FORM
Right conduct, aligned with eternal verities and fulfilling one's destiny, is paramount for societal...
COREA A JAPANESE PROTECTORATE
A nation's independence and prosperity depend on the patriotism, industry, and unity of its ruling c...
DAIKOKU AND THE ONI
Even the mightiest powers may fail against the ingenuity of the seemingly weak, leading to unexpecte...
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Der Abt des Klosters Yakushi
Even the smallest transgression, if unacknowledged and unrectified, can have dire consequences, and ...
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Der Affe und der Sake.[1](#noteaffe1)
Greed and lack of self-control can lead to one's downfall, even when aware of the danger.
Der bedächtige Reiher
Overthinking and indecision can lead to missed opportunities and regret.
Der bestrafte Tierquäler
Cruelty to animals, especially driven by greed, will inevitably lead to a just and severe punishment...
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Der Hase und der Dachs
Envy and malice ultimately lead to one's own downfall and destruction.
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Der kluge Hase
Even the most cunning traps can be overcome by superior wit and quick thinking.
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Der schlaue Polizist.[1](#notepolizist1)
True cleverness lies in understanding the rules and finding ingenious ways to circumvent them.
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Der Sperling mit abgeschnittener Zunge
Kindness is rewarded, while cruelty and greed lead to suffering and eventual transformation.
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Die Auster
One should never feel completely safe or close one's eyes to danger, as perceived security can be a ...
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Die geplagte Krabbe
Evil deeds always find their reward, and even the smallest creatures should not be underestimated as...
Die Kröte von Osaka
Often, false judgments are made because one does not use their eyes correctly or understand their ow...
Die Wünsche des Steinhauers
True contentment comes from accepting one's place and appreciating what one has, as there is always ...
DIPLOMACY AT KIŌTO AND PEKING
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ELŐHANG
EPOCH OF THE THREE KINGDOMS.—HIAKSAI
EVENTS LEADING TO THE JAPANESE INVASION
FAYS OF WATER, WOOD, AND MEADOW
FIRST MONTH
FISHSAVE
The bond between parent and child is indissoluble and can overcome any obstacle.
HASHNU THE STONECUTTER
True strength and contentment come from accepting one's own place and purpose in the world.
Hökköm törpe
Even the smallest and most ridiculed among us can achieve greatness and find happiness through coura...
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Horaisan.[1](#notehoraisan1)
True happiness and fulfillment are found not in eternal, effortless bliss, but in purposeful work an...
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Hotaru.[1](#notehotaru1)
Be careful what you wish for, as your demands may lead to unintended and tragic consequences for oth...
HOW AN OLD MAN LOST HIS WEN
Sometimes, what seems like a misfortune can lead to unexpected good fortune, especially when one emb...
HOW THE JELLY-FISH LOST ITS SHELL
Betraying a secret, especially one that harms another, will lead to severe consequences.
HOW THE SUN GODDESS WAS ENTICED OUT OF HER CAVE
Necessity is the mother of invention, leading to the creation of many beneficial arts and customs.
How the wicked Tanuki was punished
Greed and betrayal ultimately lead to one's own downfall, and justice, even if harsh, will prevail.
IHMEELLINEN TEEKEITTIÖ
Treating others with kindness and respect, even the unusual, can bring unexpected fortune and happin...
Inhalts-Verzeichnis
INTERNAL POLITICS: CHINESE AND JAPANESE
JAPAN AND COREA
JAPAN AND RUSSIA IN CONFLICT
JAPANESE
Love can transcend even death, but duty and fate often dictate our paths.
JAPANESE BUDDHISM IN ITS MISSIONARY DEVELOPMENT
JAPANESE FAIRY TALE SERIES
JAPANESE FAIRY TALE SERIES. No. 3
Cruelty and greed will eventually lead to a just and severe retribution.
JIRAIYA, OR THE MAGIC FROG
Even those who start on a path of wrongdoing can find redemption and use their powers for good, espe...
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Juki-onna.[1](#notejuki1)
Promises, especially those made under duress, carry significant weight and their breach can lead to ...
KAI RIU O, THE DRAGON KING OF THE WORLD UNDER THE SEA
KALASTAJAPOIKA URASHIMA
Disobedience to warnings can lead to irreversible loss and tragic consequences.
KINTARO, OR THE WILD BABY
KIYOHIME, OR THE POWER OF LOVE
The destructive power of unchecked passion and the dire consequences of breaking promises, especiall...
L'unique parapluie
Sometimes, the simplest explanation for unusual behavior is the most practical one, not vanity or ma...
La petite Voleuse
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La Vengeance du Lièvre
The cycle of vengeance can be broken by an act of profound forgiveness and generosity, leading to la...
Le Moineau sans langue
Greed leads to ruin, while kindness is rewarded. Or, as stated in the story: when a graceful sparrow...
Le monstre Yatama
Even powerful beings must face consequences for their actions, but can find redemption through coura...
Le vase de Kompéito
Sometimes, the simplest solution to a problem is overlooked due to a lack of clear thinking or an un...
Les aventures de Benké
Even the strongest and most unruly individuals can find their purpose and master when confronted by ...
Les deux loupes
If you don't know how to dance, never go into the forest on the evening when the goblins gather.
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List geht über Gewalt.[1](#notelist1)
Cunning and intelligence can overcome brute force, and those who prioritize their base desires over ...
LITTLE PEACHLING
With courage and loyal companions, even the most formidable challenges can be overcome, leading to g...
LITTLE SILVER'S DREAM OF THE SHOJI
Excessive drinking leads to the loss of health, happiness, and property, and superstitions are often...
LORD CUTTLE-FISH GIVES A CONCERT
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Maorigashima.[1](#notemaori1)
Those who mock divine warnings and succumb to vice will face destruction, while the righteous will b...
MOMOTARO, OR LITTLE PEACHLING
With courage and the help of loyal companions, even the most formidable challenges can be overcome.
MOMOTARO, OR THE STORY OF THE SON OF A PEACH
With courage, determination, and the help of loyal companions, even the most formidable evils can be...
Motikatika
Honesty and resourcefulness can lead to unexpected fortune and respect.
MY LORD BAG OF RICE
Good deeds are rewarded, while greed and wickedness lead to misfortune and punishment.
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Neid bringt Leid
Envy and greed lead to suffering and ruin, while kindness and generosity bring blessings.
NORTHERN BUDDHISM IN ITS DOCTRINAL EVOLUTIONS
Ourashima Taro et la Déesse de l'Océan
Be careful what you wish for, and respect warnings, as the consequences of curiosity can be irrevers...
PEACH-PRINCE, AND THE TREASURE ISLAND
With courage, kindness, and loyal companions, even the most formidable challenges can be overcome.
PRIMITIVE FAITH: RELIGION BEFORE BOOKS
PUSS GEIKO AND HER TRAVELS
Prejudice and unkindness towards those who are different can lead to tragic outcomes, and cultural m...
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Rai-taro.[1](#noteraitaro1)
Even the most fearsome forces of nature can bring unexpected blessings and fulfill long-held desires...
RAIKO AND THE SHI-TEN DOJI
Evil, no matter how powerful, can be overcome by cunning and bravery.
RIYŌBU, OR MIXED BUDDHISM
Religious and philosophical systems often adapt and blend with existing beliefs when introduced to n...
Schippeitaro
Loyalty and courage will ultimately be rewarded, and evil deeds will be exposed and punished.
Schlauheit schützt nicht vor
Even the cleverest can be deceived by their own assumptions and suffer the consequences.
SECOND SIGHT
Prudence and foresight can secure one's future, even through unconventional means.
SEVEN SCENES OF CHILD-LIFE IN JAPAN
SHINTŌ: MYTHS AND RITUAL
The gods bless and protect Japan, and their love is evident in the land.
SMELLS AND JINGLES
One cannot expect something for nothing, and cleverness can be met with equal cleverness.
TARTALOM-MUTATÓ
The story provided is a table of contents for a collection of Japanese folk tales, not a single stor...
Tenger alatt járó asszony
True heroism can be found in unexpected places, and the greatest love often demands the greatest sac...
THE “SHINANSHA,” OR THE SOUTH POINTING CARRIAGE
Through ingenuity, perseverance, and a commitment to the welfare of one's people, a true leader can ...
THE ACCOMPLISHED AND LUCKY TEAKETTLE
What one person discards as troublesome, another may find valuable and bring them great fortune.
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