Keukegen

In today's world, Keukegen has become a topic of great relevance and interest to a wide variety of people in different contexts. Its influence and reach range from everyday life to more specialized areas of study, generating a significant impact on society in general. Since its emergence, Keukegen has sparked curiosity and debate, motivating experts and enthusiasts to deepen its understanding and applications. In this article, we will explore different perspectives and aspects related to Keukegen, providing a comprehensive and detailed overview that allows readers to expand their understanding of this highly relevant topic.

The keukegen as illustrated by Toriyama Sekien.

Keukegen (毛羽毛現, "fluffy hair appearance") is a creature illustrated in Toriyama Sekien's Konjaku Hyakki Shūi.

Mythology

It resembles a small dog covered entirely in long hair. Its name is a pun - when written with different kanji (希有怪訝), keukegen means "an unusual thing which is rarely seen".

According to one report, the keukegen is a disease spirit which lives in damp, dark places and causes people in the house to get sick.

References

  • Mizuki, Shigeru (2003). Mujara 2: Chūbu-hen. Japan: Soft Garage. p. 66. ISBN 978-4-86133-005-6.
  • Mizuki Road: Keukegen
  • CSK: Hyakki Yagyō: Keukegen
  • Japanese Wikipedia: Keukegen