Mirror Of Demons, Ungaikyō: Haunted Mirror That Frightens, Revealing True Identity Of Evil Spirits
A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Mirrors have long captivated the human imagination as their reflective surfaces invite us to ponder what might exist beyond. The sense that there could be "another world" hidden behind the glass has motivated countless interpretations and beliefs throughout history.
The so-called Ungaikyō, the mirror monster, is one such shrine mirror that possesses the unique ability to reflect not just your image but your true self - a supernatural entity, popularly known as a Yokai.
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