Local Spirit Record
Tokushima
徳島
🗻Prefecture Image Missing
Fig 1. View of TokushimaLocal Archives
Tokushima Knowledge
Tokushima is the gateway to Shikoku, famous for the Awa Odori dance and the wild Oboke gorges. Its rugged mountains are deep with yokai lore.
Historical Context
Historically Awa Province, it is famous for indigo dye. The deep mountains provided refuge for defeated Heike warriors.
Local Folklore
The mountains of Yamashiro are known as a 'Yokai Village', said to be the home of Konaki-jiji (Old Man Crybaby).
Notable Locations
01
Oboke Gorge
A steep, dangerous gorge said to be the origin of the Konaki-jiji and other mountain spirits.
⚠️ Konaki-jiji
02
Naruto Whirlpools
Giant whirlpools in the strait, traditionally believed to be caused by dragon deities or sea monsters.
⚠️ Dragon / Sea Spirits
03
Awa Odori
The famous 'Fool's Dance' festival, which originated as a localized Bon Odori to welcome ancestor spirits.
⚠️ Ancestor Spirits
終
~ End of Local Record ~