YŌKAI FIELD GUIDE
An English-language illustrated journal of Japanese folklore, being built for iPhone and iPad.
A carefully researched beginning
The development preview explores Kappa, Yuki-onna and Noppera-bō through original writing, original AI-assisted illustrations, attributed folklore accounts and sources. Verified anime connections include Summer Days with Coo, Sarazanmai, Interviews with Monster Girls and GeGeGe no Kitarō, with folklore distinguished from modern adaptation.
Built for curious readers
The local preview includes collection search, bookmarks, reading-size options and two original illustrations per creature. A separate Stories section presents four readings by Lafcadio Hearn inside the app: two complete tales, a complete historical Kappa account and a clearly labelled excerpt about the snow woman of Izumo. Reading position is saved locally. Research notes and edition credits are available within the app, and search can find documented media titles and characters.
Release plans
Yōkai Field Guide is a working title. The app is not available on the App Store. Three entries are implemented; a ten-entry launch collection is planned after the reading experience is reviewed. Pricing, the free sample and any permanent purchase unlock are still being evaluated. No purchases are enabled in the current preview. An optional Books & films section lists selected editions; its planned Amazon affiliate links are inactive.
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