Folklore
Definition of Folklore as it relates to Cultures, Culture of Japan, Media
Folklore: A body of shared beliefs, customs, and artistic expressions passed down through generations within a culture, reflecting its values, identity, and history. In the context of Japan, it encompasses traditional narratives, music, dance, crafts, and festivals that have been preserved and adapted over centuries, often embodying the nation's unique spiritual and aesthetic sensibilities. As a subject of media representation, folklore can serve as a rich source of inspiration for storytelling, allowing contemporary audiences to connect with ancient wisdom and cultural heritage.
External Links
- [Folklore.com] Cyberfinder.com
- [Folklore.org]
- [ScandinavianFolklore.com] Landing Page
- [WorldFolklore.net] World Folklore: Read folktales, myths, legends and fairy tales from around the globe.
- [mythfolklore.net] Laura Gibbs websites
- [IrishFolklore.org] Irishfolklore – Memories from a different Ireland
- [BritishFolklore.com] - British Folklore
- [AsianFolklore.com] Asianfolklore.com
- [AmericanFolklore.us] Museum of American Folklore
- [AmericanFolklore.net] American Folklore: Ghost stories, folktales, myths and legends retold by S.E. Schlosser
- [Folklores.net] CD | CD
- [Waff.org] WAFF - World Association of Folklore Festivals | WAFF
- [pvfs.us] Pioneer Valley Folklore Society
- [beneventocoupon.com] Snopes.com | The definitive fact-checking site and reference source for urban legends, folklore, myths, rumors, and misinformation.
- [insearchofholywellsandhealingsprings.com] holyandhealingwells | Exploring the folklore, history and mystery of the ancient water supplies – images and text copyright Pixyledpublications unless stated
- [ualbertacentennial.ca] Alberta Folklore and Local History Collection
- [nefa.net] NEFA - The North East Folklore Archive
- [Yokai.com] Yokai.com | The Illustrated Database of Japanese Folklore
- [paulbunyan.org] Paul Bunyan - Tall Tales, Folklore and History