Supernatural Japan

The Mermaid of Enjuin Temple — Japan’s Mummified Mystery

Supernatural Japan Episode 70

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A centuries-old mermaid mummy rests in Enjuin Temple, Okayama—said to bring luck, warning, or eternal life. In this episode of Supernatural Japan, we dive into the strange tale of this relic, the legend of Yao Bikuni, and Japan’s long tradition of yokai hoaxes and supernatural curiosities from the Edo era. Discover the truth behind one of Japan’s most haunting maritime mysteries.


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