Japanese Folklore Tales (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Series · ★ 7.7
Released in 1975, Japanese Folklore Tales is an animation and drama series.
What it’s about. "Manga Nippon Mukashibanashi" was a series running from 1975 to 1994 (with a short stop) in japanese tv. Each episode contained 1 to 3 short folk tales from the rich tradition of Japanese storytelling. Ghosts, samurai, goddesses, famous doomed romances, wandering heroes, legendary creatures, mysterious magical visitors... all presented in a simple cartoon style which varies from silly to quite charming.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, Japanese Folklore Tales has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Japanese Folklore Tales page.
If you liked it. Fans of Japanese Folklore Tales tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Japanese Folklore Tales (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Japanese Folklore Tales change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Japanese Folklore Tales worth watching?
- Japanese Folklore Tales holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Japanese Folklore Tales released?
- Japanese Folklore Tales was released in 1975.