For Halloween…

This is the Bakemono Zukushi Monster Scroll, circa est. 18th–19th century. The artist is unknown. It depicts the “yōkai” from Japanese folklore. Specifically shapeshifters known as “ bakemono” or “obake.” They’re also popular in mangas/anime.

Full scroll:
https://publicdomainreview.org/collection/the-bakemono-zukushi-monster-scroll-18th-19th-century/

These supernatural creatures can also be seen in the Hyakki Yagyō parade:
https://mas.to/@markwyner/112803427726450822

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