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==Japanese mythology== | ==Japanese mythology== | ||
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| − | In [[Japan | + | In [[Japan]]ese mythology, tanuki are thought of as being mischievous shapeshifters, being able to transform into inanimate objects as well as humans. A well-known [[anime]] film from [[Studio Ghibli]] which features tanuki is the film ''[[Pom Poko]]'', directed by [[Isao Takahata]]. |
| − | [[Category: Canines]] | + | [[Category:Canines]] |
| − | [[Category: Japan]] | + | [[Category:Japan]] |
Latest revision as of 23:12, June 24, 2016
The raccoon dog (Nyctereutes procyonoides) is a raccoon-like canid found in Asia. It is raised for its fur.
Japanese mythology
For a more detailed treatment, see Tanuki.
In Japanese mythology, tanuki are thought of as being mischievous shapeshifters, being able to transform into inanimate objects as well as humans. A well-known anime film from Studio Ghibli which features tanuki is the film Pom Poko, directed by Isao Takahata.