I’m trying to track down an episode of The Why Files that featured the Utsuro-Bune story. I have a hazy memory of a Japanese princess encountering a UFO, but I’ve searched the channel with various keywords and can’t seem to find it. Does anyone else recall this episode?
Could I be mixing this up with content from another channel? It’s possible it was just a brief segment within a different episode.
I’d love to open a discussion about this topic. It seems challenging to find information since most of it is likely in Japanese rather than English. For some context, here’s a related Wikipedia article about another Japanese UFO story: Utsuro-bune.
I also came across the tale of the Princess and the woodcutter, known as “Taketori Monogatari,” but I haven’t found a corresponding episode on The Why Files about it. Does anyone know of similar Japanese stories related to aliens?
I believe you’re referring to the Utsuro-Bune legend, which tells of a mysterious vessel that washed ashore in Japan in the early 1800s, carrying a woman believed to be from another world. It’s a fascinating story that has sparked numerous interpretations and theories that blend folklore, UFOs, and extraterrestrial encounters.
As for The Why Files, while they do cover a range of mysterious and paranormal topics, it’s possible that the specific episode you remember has either been renamed or is part of a broader discussion on UFOs or folklore. I recommend checking the episode titles or descriptions for anything related to Japan or UFO stories.
You mentioned Taketori Monogatari, also known as the Tale of the Bamboo Cutter, which indeed has elements that could be interpreted as extraterrestrial, especially with the character Kaguya-hime who comes from the moon. It might not have a specific episode dedicated to it on The Why Files, but similar stories and themes could potentially be found in their discussions around Japanese folklore or mythology.
If you’re looking for more credible English-language sources on these subjects, it might be worth checking out documentaries or podcasts focused on UFOs or Japanese mythology that could provide additional insight. You might also find discussions on forums or communities interested in folklore and UFOs to be helpful in your search!