Japanese Myths And Legends - Sleepy ASMR Mythology
May 29, 2025
Dive into the enchanting world of Japanese mythology, exploring the creation myth and the divine origins of the islands. Discover the fascinating tales of gods like Amaterasu, Tsukiyomi, and Susanoo, as well as the legendary adventures of heroes like Momotaro. Learn about the intricate relationship between Shinto and Buddhism, and how these beliefs shape Japanese culture. Hear about the dramatic story of the 47 Ronin, highlighting themes of honor and revenge. All narrated softly to relax and ease you into sleep.
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Creation Explains Islands And Death
Japanese creation myths blend cosmic processes with human-like gods who procreate and quarrel.
Izanagi and Izanami's tale explains islands, death, and the daily birth of gods in poetic terms.
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Sibling Gods Produce Natural Cycles
Amaterasu, Tsukiyomi and Susanoo are born from Izanagi's purification and embody sun, moon, and sea.
Their rivalries create natural cycles like day/night and shape divine politics.
question_answer ANECDOTE
Sun Returns After A Divine Ruse
Susanoo's pranks anger Amaterasu who hides in a cave, plunging the world into darkness.
The gods lure her out with a staged festival and restore sunlight by dragging her from the cave.
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This soft-spoken story is an introduction to Japanese Mythology, from the Creation Myth, some of the gods (Azanagi and Azanami, Amaterasu, Susanoo...), the first emperor (Jimmu), to the concept of Kami and the influence of Shinto. I also tell you about folks and legendary tales, like Momotaro, Shita-Kiri Suzume, and the incident of Forty-Seven Ronins.
Fall asleep exploring the mysteries of History, Space, Mythology or Sciences. Every episode of the French Whisperer ASMR Podcast is a little adventure, under the form of a documentary, narrated in a soft spoken voice. It is the best way to get absorbed in a story, forget your concerns, relax, and naturally fall asleep.
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- In Spanish, La Biblioteca de los Sueños, narrated by Olimpia
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