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Supernatural Japan

Supernatural Japan

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Supernatural Japan is a podcast about the weirder side of Japan. Learn about hauntings, ghostly tales, legends, UFOs, and a lot more. Join host Kevin O'Shea and guests as they investigate and research the spookier side of Japan. Sometimes serious, sometimes light-hearted and always interesting, this podcast has a little something for everyone interested in Japan, history, and the supernatural.Supernatural Japan Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
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  • The Vending Machine Murders – Japan’s Paraquat Poisonings
    Jul 5 2025

    In this chilling episode of Supernatural Japan, we delve into the infamous Paraquat Murders (パラコート連続毒殺事件), a shocking true crime case from 1980s Japan that left the nation gripped by fear. Known as the "Vending Machine Murders," these unsolved poisonings involved bottles of tainted beverages left near vending machines across the country, resulting in multiple mysterious deaths. We explore the details of the case, the cultural panic it sparked, and how it evolved into a lasting urban legend that continues to haunt Japan’s collective memory. Tune in for a disturbing blend of true crime and the eerie unknown.



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    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/supernaturaljapan

    Email: supernaturaljapan@gmail.com


    Support the podcast (Help fund the creation of new episodes): https://buymeacoffee.com/busankevin


    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BusanKevin

    NEW podcast companion blogs! https://justjapanstuff.com/

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    12 mins
  • The Ominato Ghost Ship and the Spirits of the Ukishima Maru
    Jun 28 2025

    In this chilling episode of Supernatural Japan, we set sail into the eerie waters of Aomori Prefecture to uncover the legend of the Ominato Ghost Ship—a spectral vessel said to haunt the bay near Mutsu City, Japan. Linked by whispers to the tragic wartime sinking of the Ukishima Maru, this modern urban legend blends historical mystery with supernatural horror. Join us as we delve into the disturbing details behind the sightings, the spiritual unease that surrounds the site, and the lingering presence of restless souls lost at sea. If you're fascinated by Japan's haunted maritime tales, this episode is one you won't want to miss.


    Follow the podcast:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supernaturaljapan

    Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/madformaple.bsky.social

    X: https://x.com/MadForMaple

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/supernaturaljapan

    Email: supernaturaljapan@gmail.com


    Support the podcast (Help fund the creation of new episodes): https://buymeacoffee.com/busankevin


    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BusanKevin

    NEW podcast companion blogs! https://justjapanstuff.com/


    Website:
    https://supernaturaljapan.buzzsprout.com


    Support the show

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    10 mins
  • The Blue Blanket Butcher
    Jun 21 2025

    In this chilling episode of Supernatural Japan, we delve into the horrifying true crime case of the Blue Blanket Butcher (青い毛布の殺人者, Aoi Mōfu no Satsujinsha)—a gruesome unsolved mystery that shook Japan more than 100 years ago. Discover the dark story of a killer who lured victims under the cover of night, leaving behind mutilated bodies wrapped in a distinctive blue blanket. We examine the cultural fallout, police investigation, and chilling rumors of hauntings associated with the crime scenes. Join us as we uncover the facts, folklore, and lingering supernatural whispers surrounding one of Japan’s most disturbing urban legends and most famous cold cases.



    Support the podcast (Help fund the creation of new episodes): https://buymeacoffee.com/busankevin


    Follow the podcast:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supernaturaljapan

    Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/madformaple.bsky.social

    X: https://x.com/MadForMaple

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/supernaturaljapan

    Email: supernaturaljapan@gmail.com

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BusanKevin

    NEW podcast companion blogs! https://justjapanstuff.com/


    Website:
    https://supernaturaljapan.buzzsprout.com


    Support the show

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    14 mins
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