Local Spirit Record
Gunma
群馬
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Gunma Knowledge
Gunma is a hot spring kingdom surrounded by mountains. Its folklore is playful, featuring the shapeshifting tanuki, but also intense with volcanic deities.
Historical Context
Known as Jozuke in ancient times, Gunma has a strong silk-producing heritage. Morin-ji temple is the setting for one of Japan's most famous fairy tales.
Local Folklore
The legend of 'Bunbuku Chagama' at Morin-ji tells of a tanuki transforming into a tea kettle. Kusatsu Onsen is said to be a gift from the gods.
Notable Locations
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Morin-ji Temple
The legendary setting of the Bunbuku Chagama story, where a Tanuki posed as a tea kettle.
⚠️ Tanuki
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Kusatsu Onsen
One of Japan's most famous hot springs, discovered by legendary figures and guarded by onsen spirits.
⚠️ Onsen Spirits
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Mount Haruna
A volcano with a caldera lake, home to dragon and snake legends.
⚠️ Dragon
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