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410: Japanese folklore: Provincial

Myths and Legends

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Deception and Reflection: Tales of the Innkeeper and the Monks

This chapter combines a tale of betrayal faced by traveler Kenshiro with a narrative on the absurdities of bureaucracy experienced by a governor and his deputy. It explores themes of injustice, the teachings of Buddhist parables, and the profound kindness of nature through a heartwarming moment with monkeys and a monk.

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