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Behavior: Oni are born when truly wicked humans die and end up in one of the many Buddhist hells. Transformed into oni, they become the ogreish and brutal servants of Great Lord Enma, ruler of hell. Wielding great iron clubs, they crush and destroy humans solely for enjoyment.

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Oni - Wikipedia

Oni are known for their superhuman strength and have been associated with powers like thunder and lightning, [2] along with their evil nature manifesting in their propensity for murder and cannibalism.

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Oni | Demon, Yokai & Shapeshifting | Britannica

oni, in Japanese folklore, a type of demonic creature often of giant size, great strength, and fearful appearance. They are generally considered to be foreign in origin, perhaps introduced into Japan from China along with Buddhism.

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Oni – Japanese Mythology’s Fierce Demon

In Japanese folklore, Oni (鬼) are a type of supernatural demon or ogre, often depicted as horned, red-skinned, and fierce-looking creatures. These yokai have played a significant role in Japanese culture, art, and storytelling for centuries, and are still very much a part of modern-day Japanese popular culture.

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Oni - Yokai Encyclopedia | YOKAI.JP

Detailed information about Oni. Also known as: demon,ogre. Powerful yokai with horns. Though fearsome in appearance, many are gentle at heart.

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All About Oni In Japanese Mythology – Japan Truly

According to Japanese mythology, Oni is a type of Japanese Yokai that have a daunting appearance and a barbaric nature. Yokai is the Japanese term for demons and they can also mean shapeshifters, ogres, evil entities, ghosts, etc.

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Oni – The Ultimate Guide to Japanese Demons, Mythology, and Folklore

Discover the fascinating world of Oni, Japan’s iconic demons. Explore their origins, cultural significance, and role in folklore and Buddhist tradition in this comprehensive guide.

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Japanese Yokai: Oni

In our continuing exploration of yokai, the mysterious creatures from Japanese mythology, today we’re diving into one of the most iconic and fearsome figures: the Oni. Unlike the mischievous kappa or mysterious tengu we’ve discussed before, oni are all about raw power and destruction.

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Oni | Yokai Wiki | Fandom

Oni (鬼, Oni) are a kind of yōkai from Japanese folklore, variously translated as demons, devils, ogres or trolls. They are popular characters in Japanese art, literature and theatre.

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Yokai.com | The Illustrated Database of Japanese Folklore

Welcome to Yokai.com, the illustrated database of Japanese folklore. This is an illustrated encyclopedia featuring ghosts, monsters, and legendary figures from Japan. All of the entries on this site are based on Japanese sources including books, paintings, scrolls, prints, and oral tradition.