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It's no surprise that anime is filled with rich culture and has some of the most creative iterations of classic mythology and folklore. With how vast asian culture and mythology is, many series have taken inspiration from these well-known stories to create beautiful, memorable tales that leave lasting impressions on the viewers.

Some notable anime that take this approach are Studio Ghibli's Spirited Away and The Tale of Princess Kaguya, but there are some that aren't as popular that are just as fascinating and beautiful, such as Mononoke and Natsume's Book of Friends. Series based deeply on folklore and asian mythology often tell magical tales that are hard to find elsewhere.

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Mononoke Is a Bright Anime With a...

Mononoke has captivated audience minds with its ethereal and bold imagery, but for fans seeking more adventures outside of the 2007 Toei Animation original, a new trailer showcases the exciting Mononoke the Movie: Phantom in the Rain coming soon to Netflix. Confirmed via a Netflix News update and the trailer released on their YouTube channel, Mononoke the Movie: Phantom in the Rain will join Netflix in 2024 following the Animation Is Film Festival in October. While the exact release date is still unknown, this is exciting news for anybody wishing to return to a truly unique series.

Mononoke originally debuted as a 2007 anime spinoff from Ayakashi: Samurai Horror Tales, quickly becoming one of the most recognizable surreal experiences of the year. Praised for its bold style and direction, fans will be pleased that Mononoke the Movie: Phantom in the Rain features the return of the original series' director, Kenji Nakamura. The film's...