Umbrella Spirit
Kasa-obake
A playful umbrella spirit traditionally depicted with one eye, a long tongue, and a single hopping leg.
Mythology
Japanese Folk Tradition
Role
Tsukumogami Yokai
Weapon
Surprise and Trickery
Affiliation
Tsukumogami Spirits
Origin
Japanese Folklore
Era
Edo Period Folklore
Abilities
Object Animation
Jumping Movement
Mischief
Night Appearance
Symbolism
Transformation
Aging Objects
Humor
Unexpected Life
Themes
Objects gaining souls
Playful supernatural encounters
Folklore humor
Philosophy
Interpretation
Frequently interpreted as a whimsical reflection of the belief that old objects may gain spiritual life.