In Japanese folklore the kappa (河童; "river-child") is a familiar type of water monster, considered one of three major yōkai [3] Kappa are said to be inhabiting the ponds and rivers of Japan. [4] . …

Kappa, in Japanese folklore, a type of vampirelike lecherous creature that is more intelligent than the devilish oni (q.v.) and less malevolent toward men. Kappa are credited with having taught …

Feb 10, 2025 · A kappa is a Japanese mythological water sprite or, literally, "river child" (河童). One of the more popularly known yōkai (Japanese mythological creature) in Japan, kappa are …

Dec 11, 2025 · What is a kappa? The kappa (河童) is a reptilian creature from Japanese folklore. This creature is a type of yokai, which is a term used to refer to eerie phenomena, monsters, …

May 9, 2025 · Kappa are known to inhabit rivers, ponds, and lakes, often lurking beneath the water’s surface. They are playful creatures, frequently engaging in mischief, but can also be …

Kappa is a mythical creature from Japanese folklore that has captured the imaginations of people throughout history. The creature is known for its humanoid figure with the shell of a tortoise on …

Kappa (Japanese: 河童 or かっぱ, meaning "River child") are aquatic reptilian humanoids who inhabit the rivers and streams found all over Japan. Clumsy on land, they are at home in the …

Kappa are Japanese mythical water-dwelling creatures that, by legend, inhabit the ponds, rivers, and lakes of Japan. The word Kappa means "river child" in Japanese and can be both singular …

May 20, 2025 · The Kappa is one of Japan’s most intriguing mythical creatures, often depicted as a water spirit that inhabits rivers and ponds. With a distinctive appearance and a complex …

Kappa bodies are built for swimming; they have webbed, thumbless hands and feet, a turtle-like beak and shell, and an elastic, waterproof skin that reeks of fish and is said to be removable.