Nure-Onna Wet Woman ORIGIN: Japan Nure-Onna, a water serpent spirit from coastal Northern Japan, sits on the beach during storms, washing her long hair. Her name means “wet woman” allegedly in reference to her hair. She is a feared spirit. Traditionally, fishermen and shore-dwellers dreaded her appearance. She is physically very powerful and may be able to flatten trees with her tail. She also swims extremely fast. Nure-Onna’s motivations are subject for speculation. Some say that she deliberately preys on people. Others suggest that she isn’t particularly malevolent. She’s just solitary and extremely goal-oriented. Nure-Onna comes ashore with a purpose. … Continue reading Nure-Onna