Supernatural Japan

Kevin O'Shea

supernaturaljapan@gmail.com

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Booking Overview

A paranormal and true-crime show focused on Japan, it combines host-led explorations of folklore, haunted locations, and unexplained cases with interviews featuring Japan-based writers and residents with relevant firsthand experience. Suitable pitches include authors of Japanese folklore or paranormal books, researchers of local legends, Japan-based cultural specialists, and people with compelling firsthand encounters or journeys; booking difficulty is likely low.

Metrics

Episodes: 134

Frequency: Multiple_weekly

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1k-10k

Gender skew: Unknown

Location: USA

YouTube: 28.5k subscribers

Instagram: 460 followers

Contact Information

supernaturaljapan@gmail.com

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Host

Kevin O'Shea - Host of Supernatural Japan, covering Japanese paranormal subjects, true crime, folklore, urban legends, and mysterious cases.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Japan-based writers, authors, cultural specialists, folklore researchers, paranormal subject-matter experts, and people with notable firsthand experiences connected to Japan.
Required Achievements:  
Published books, Specialized research or writing on Japanese folklore and paranormal subjects, Firsthand experience of distinctive journeys or events in Japan

Recent Guest Discussions

Kevin Tarpey - Experiences And Stories From The 88 Temples Pilgrimage, Its Spiritual And Adventurous Dimensions, And Pilgrimage Traditions.

Phillip Jackson - The Gifu Poltergeist, The Haunted Sendagaya Tunnel, Japanese Folklore, Tengu, And Paranormal Stories.

Recent Topics

Japanese Folklore, Paranormal, True Crime, Urban Legends, Japan

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Supernatural Japan
:

The 88 Temples Pilgrimage (Encore Episode)

July 11, 2026

In this episode of the podcast (originally Episodes 7 and 8), we talk to Japan resident, Kevin Tarpey who is walking the famed 88 Temples Pilgrimage on the island of Shikoku. Henry or pilgrims have been walking this route for generations for many different reasons. Many are spiritual while others for a sense of adventure. Kevin  shares some of his amazing experiences and stories from his walking journey around Shikoku.  Follow Kevin Tarpey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...

The Gifu Poltergeist

July 07, 2026

This week, we revisit a classic Supernatural Japan episode. Host, Kevin O’Shea, chats with Japan-based writer Phillip Jackson. He talks about his new book, Paranormal Japan, as well as Tengu and Other Stories. Phillip shares some tales from his latest book, including ones about the Gifu Poltergeist and the haunted Sendagaya Tunnel in Tokyo. Kevin and Phillip also discuss other Japanese folklore and some of their favorite spooky podcasts, including The Uncanny Podcast, The Battersea Poltergeis...

Encore Episode: Mysterious Crows in Japan - Karasu カラス

July 04, 2026

Host Kevin O’Shea takes a look at an animal that appears in Japanese mythology. Crows are fascinating creatures that exhibit high levels of intelligence. They appear in legends around the world and Japan is no exception. Crows or Karasu カラス may get a bad wrap from some, but for others, they are creatures to be revered. Website: supernaturaljapan.com Supernatural Japan locations map: Google Map Get lots of Premium and Exclusive Content and Ad-free Episodes! Premium membership: @patre...

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