The Ghost Brahman
A poor Brahman leaves home to earn money for his wife and mother. That very evening, a ghost takes his exact appearance and walks into the house. Everyone believes the husband has returned early. When...
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Momotaro
An old woman finds a giant peach floating down the river. Inside is a little boy, whom she and her husband name Momotaro. He grows strong and decides to face the ogres who bring trouble to the land...