Folktales From Japan
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60 stories found
A CENTURY OF ROMAN CHRISTIANITY
A WARRIOR’S HELPERS
Unity and cooperation among diverse individuals are essential for achieving a common goal, especiall...
A bambuszlányka
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...
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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...
BATTLE OF THE MONKEY AND THE CRAB
Greed and treachery will eventually lead to severe consequences, often through the cunning of the wr...
BENKEI AND THE BELL
Even the strongest will cannot force a sacred object to betray its true home and purpose.
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.
Belohnte Kindesliebe
Filial love and devotion can be divinely rewarded, bringing prosperity and healing.
CESPEDES, THE CHRISTIAN CHAPLAIN
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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...
Chin-Chin Kobakama
Laziness can lead to unexpected and frightening consequences, and it's important to take responsibil...
DAIKOKU AND THE ONI
Even the mightiest powers may fail against the ingenuity of the seemingly weak, leading to unexpecte...
DIPLOMACY AT KIŌTO AND PEKING
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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 Hase und der Dachs
Envy and malice ultimately lead to one's own downfall and destruction.
Der Sperling mit abgeschnittener Zunge
Kindness is rewarded, while cruelty and greed lead to suffering and eventual transformation.
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...
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.
Die Auster
One should never feel completely safe or close one's eyes to danger, as perceived security can be a ...
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 ...
Die geplagte Krabbe
Evil deeds always find their reward, and even the smallest creatures should not be underestimated as...
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.
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.
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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 the wicked Tanuki was punished
Greed and betrayal ultimately lead to one's own downfall, and justice, even if harsh, will prevail.
Hökköm törpe
Even the smallest and most ridiculed among us can achieve greatness and find happiness through coura...
IHMEELLINEN TEEKEITTIÖ
Treating others with kindness and respect, even the unusual, can bring unexpected fortune and happin...
INTERNAL POLITICS: CHINESE AND JAPANESE
Inhalts-Verzeichnis
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
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