Two-Mouthed Woman
Futakuchi-onna
A supernatural woman with a hidden second mouth beneath her hair that constantly demands food.
Mythology
Japanese Folk Tradition
Role
Transforming Yokai
Weapon
Hidden Mouth
Affiliation
Cursed Spirits
Origin
Japanese Folklore
Era
Classical Japanese Folklore
Abilities
Hair Manipulation
Hidden Consumption
Spirit Transformation
Fear Inducement
Symbolism
Greed
Hunger
Secrecy
Duality
Themes
Hidden desires
Fear of transformation
Consequences of selfishness
Philosophy
Interpretation
Frequently interpreted as a supernatural reflection of suppressed desires and hidden excess.