#ojigi plants

[dutybcrne]

I was reminded why I was so enamored by Kurama YYH, and it was NOT in fact bc he is the prettiest fucken character in that show-

[oldassweeb]

YYH LA EP 4 THOUGHTS

!Spoilers Under Cut!

I'm not sure I like how they made the Dark tournament for the Black Black Club more intimate. There was something so charming about thousands of lower class demons coming to watch the blood shed that I liked a lot, but I understand why they made the change for this particular story line. I don't hate it at least.

I'm glad Sakyo is still so self aware of his own insanity. That rulet scene was really good and I kinda wish it was in the sorce material.

Koenma still having the binki even though we never see his toddler form is so funny to me. New HC that LA Koenma has an oral fixation. I wonder if they are going to keep the Mafuukan explanation for season 2.

I've made a decision. I like Koenma'snew office.

Would Yusuke be as upset about Genaki as he was in the original though? He knew her for less than a month. I mean maybe... he doesn't have many people close to him so it stands to reason he would get attached faster once he felt seen and accepted. Especially from someone in a mentor roll

The Kaiko/Yukina bonding is good. Sad we never got to see Kazuma's sister.

Wish we got the babysitting line from Hiei

The beautiful and emotionally maipulative Karasu imminently inviding Kuramas personal space to criticize his hair is so on brand! God, I love this creepy ass dynamic.

Bui looks so good and his giant battle axe feels very realistic in the way it was used.

Wait! Kurama can change at will in this universe! Oh sigh me the fuck up!!!!!!

Yukina's healing is beautiful. I didn't expect it to look like frosty winter air but I love it.

This Karasu hasn't seen the Kurama fight in this series before and yet he still anticipated Kurama's cleverness. Just goes to show how big of a stalker this guy is.

I need to know if Kurama still has the same reservations about his Youko form in the LA that he did in the sorce material. I need to get inside his head. Please creaters let me listen to his thoughts.

The Ojigi looks so fucking good! I still need a tattoo of that vulva looking carnivores plant.

His eyes are green in his Youko form?? Can someone confirm please?

Despite no longer having teal hair Bui is still just as hot

Go Kaiko!!!!! What a bad ass bitch. She is my favorite performance of this episode.

If Kurama can change at will, why does it drain so much of his energy? I need this to be explained more. Is it just because he's not used to it? Or is he still week from the attack that had him hiding in a human egg in the first place?

GOOD FIGHTS THIS EPISODE. I'm very happy.

Kaiko being all "wtf" after watching Kazuma meet Yukina is a fucking mood. And I guess Kazuma knows about Yukina and Hiei's relationship in this version..

The DotDF tattoo is fire. Best anime tattoo ever.

We don't get blong Karasu, but we did get those super gorgeous vampire nail gloves. (I need a pair)

I like how Sakyo is still able to manipulate Tarukane even after telling him he always wins.

The original Kuwabar would have been able to sense that monster so I'm a little sad he had Keiko open that door.

[yoko-kurama-blog]

...Do the plants get feisty when you feed them, Yoko?

Some do. Mainly the Ojigis. Quite the feisty plants when they're hungry. But as soon as they're fed, they appear quite happy.

[tanuki-kimono]

Japanese folk tales #61 - Tengu’s Nose

Requested by @samoililja (so sorry for the delay, tengu are not that often shown in tales!)

Find my tales tagged here or visit my blog for both english and french versions. Wish me to cover a special youkai or subject? Contact me, I’ll try to accommodate ^^❤️

Once upon a time, many tengu still haunted the forests of Japan, and those demon-like creatures were highly feared by all.

With their muscular frames topped with wide black wings and their sharps talons, they were known to prey upon unholy monks and nuns and innocent travellers alike.

All across the country, their angry red faces and long, long pointy noses plagued the nightmares of many.

One day, a tengu, among the strongest of all by the length of his nose, heard commotion coming down from the narrow road which wound into the deep forest.

– Trespassers!

Swiftly gliding from one tall cedar to the next, the devil approached, silent as the wind.

A Daimyo’s procession​ was slowly making its way between the ancient trees and dense undergrowth.

Followed by heavy oxen carts, hundred of people carried huge lacquered trunks and shiny trinkets. Everywhere, silk banners flapped in the clear air, their bright colors contrasting with the starkness of nature.

Nestled in all this magnificence, a breathtaking palanquin escorted by prancing war horses was lazily making its way uproad, gold ornaments glittering in the faint light.

From his perch, the tengu let out an infuriated croak.

The beast rose his talon-hand and seized the large feathered fan which hung from his belt. A curt flick from his wrist launched a devastating gale which shook all trees in the vicinity.

All forest life seemed catch its breath as old cedars, uprooted by the blunt force of the blow, started to dangerously sway.

And in loud thundering crack, they fell on the road in a thick cloud of dust.

The procession stopped as stricken by lightning. Then, panicked shouts rose as men jumped in to soothe the agitated horses and oxen.

The tengu started to snicker, delighted by the ongoing chaos. But his glee didn’t last long.

An imperious voice ordered from the palanquin:

– Why aren’t we moving?

A little man scurried, nervously smoothing his scarce moustache:

– Huge trees has fallen on the road my Lord. We are going to be badly delayed.

The voice dropped lower:

– Nonsense. I refuse to spend the night in those woods. You have an hour to take care of this.

The skittish little man paled but only bowed and hurried to share his master’s orders.

The tengu hissed: how could those mere humans simply ignore his ire?

Spreading his mighty wings, the demon soared and landed near the palanquin, so forcefully the earth quaked around his feet as the men squeaked in sheer terror.

Rising to his full height, talons gleaming darkly, the tengu roared:

– Who are you to dare opposing me?

A delicate hand carefully rolled up the palanquin bamboo screens. Then, the lord calmly stepped out, cautious to not let his priceless attire touched the soil. Precious brocade glittered as sun caught the elegant twin swords at his side.

Like one, all fell to their knees, bowing so low in complete deference that their heads touched the ground. The tengu’s face grew even redder:

– Those insects only cower at me yet crawl before you?

The lord’s lips twitched. His eyes seized up the angered giant dwarfing his lither frame. A flicker of something that wasn’t truly fear crossed the noble man’s face. He finally answered coldly:

– Pardon me but we have not been introduced properly. Galant company must bow to present themselves. I’ll start.

In a flourish, the lord dropped to his knees. With dignified movements, he placed his hands before him and bowed deeply:

– I am pleased to meet you, great keeper of the forest.

The lord sat up straight and simply said:

– Now it’s your turn.

Somehow astonished by the man’s nerves, the tengu thought to himself:

(well, if he wish so, let us play and exchange civilities. I’ll kill him soon enough)

And with a sly smile baring his dark red face, the monster tried to bow. Tried only as his nose was so long he could just tilt his head toward the ground.

The noble man patiently guided:

– Maybe roll your shoulders further in, yes like so. And spread your legs, you should be able to touch the ground this way.

The tengu had inclined his face as low as he could, his pointy nose planted in the forest soil like a strangely colored trunk.

Eager to stop this little game, the beast hungrily growled:

– I am pleased to meet-

Before he could finished, the lord had unsheathed his sword and in a fast and precise blow, he cut the tengu’s nose clean.

His wings furiously flapping, the monster shrieked:

– I am the great keeper of those lands how dare you-

The noble man snickered:

– Without your big nose, you are now nothing but a lesser demon with no power. Begone!

Shocked and ashamed to have been tricked by a human, the tengu fled and soon disappeared deep in the forest.

As his men let out victory roars, the noble man, swiping blood from his blade, simply ordered:

– One hour to clear the road, not a minute more.

All sighted. This long day had only started.

Notes:

Tengu inhabitat mountains or forests. Sometimes seen as gods sometimes depicted as bloodthirsty monsters, they always are powerful forces of nature. If they all share links with birds of prey and/or crows (wings, talons) several kinds exists, from the imposing Daitengu (great Tengu, who have long noses), to the smaller Kotengu (lesser tengu, who usually have bird like faces).

Popular folklore stated that the longer his nose, the more powerful the tengu is (this explains why today’s one loses his rank and power when his nose is cut). Though they are fierceful and cunning warriors, tengu can still be outmatched. Their biggest flaws are their angry nature, and their pride and absolute confidence in themselves – weaknesses smart humans don’t hesitate to use to save their lives!

Daimyo processions (daimyo-gyoretsu) were common in Edo period as the feudal lords had to follow Sankin kotai, a policy created to strengthen shogunate control over powerful warlords after the warring states era.

Japanese culture uses many kind of bowing salutations (ojigi). If some are polite salutes following ranks and circumstances, others are used to show complete submission, like the impressive dogeza, where people prostrate themselves on the ground. (if you wish to learn more, Tofugu has published this neat guide showing many different bows).

[pictures sources: 1 / 2 / 3 ]

[genkais-arcade]

[kimchi-noodles]

[Lyrics] Miyake Yuuki - EP-1 - Track 5: Fool As Usual

This song was originally written for EVO+ for her album Methuselah, but Miyake did his own rendition for EP1. Have fun comparing the lyrics of these two versions!

Track 4: BISHOP Track 6: Last of Someday

Romaji and English Lyrics under the cut!

Romaji:

Outotsu no nai SANDARU no soko, ame ni nureta machi no yuka de subetta Dare mo inai no ni shisen wa tashika ni watashi o atsuku sashite ita

Futa o kitsuku shime sugite hontou no kotoba ga wakaranai Fushizen ga shizen ni natte shimau naa.

Zenbu kimi to hanasu tame no koujitsu de Uso ni naranai you kakkou o tsuketeshimau... Motto hyoumen teki na koto dake de ii, Afure dashisou na koto dake de ii.

Itsu made mo koerarenai kabe ni nayande inaide Hoka no michi, ikikata ga aru yo tte Nozondenai koto kiki akite sa Seikai wa mou warumono atsukai

Mizu o yaru you ni kizu o ai sareru no wa nigate nanda Zutto tsubomi no mama kiete shimau to shite mo

Dakara dare mo shiranai hibi no koto, Watashi wa takusan mitsukete ikitai Sotto mune no oku no tomadoi no mae ni tatte, Ojigi o shite KISU o shiyou.

Kore ga yume de mo dare ni mo iwanai yo Hoka no koto wa wasuretara? Ii kagen na kotoba mo tama ni wa ii ja nai Koreppochi no dasei, omoide ni shiyou Saa fukaku me o tojite

Nee itsumo anata no soba ni Afurete iru ai o shitte hoshiinda Ima wa tada kimi no koto dake o omotte nemuri kara sametai

Sore wa watashi no omou saikou no asa de, Dekitara kimi mo sou omotte hoshii. Kimi ga omou yori mo zutto kimi o hitsuyou ni shite itai...

English:

I smoothly slid down the ground soaked by the rain, with the sole of my sandals There wasn’t a single soul around, but I’m sure someone’s eyes were intensely gleaning over me

I closed the lid too tightly that you won’t know if I’m saying the truth At this rate, what’s abnormal will become normal.

At the excuse of getting to talk about everything with you I’d end up making myself look better so I wouldn’t look like I’m lying… It’s fine to share only the things that only show more up in the surface, But it’s also fine to share only what’s about to overflow.

Without being concerned about the walls we're still unable to overcome You say that there’s another way, another way to live I’m tired of listening to things I didn’t ask for Since the right answer is already at the hands of evil

I hate how my wounds are being loved as if watering a plant Even though I tried to disappear whilst remaining as a bud

That’s why I want to find out a lot more About things that nobody else knows Let’s stand in front of confusion dwelling quietly in the bottom of our hearts, And bow to each other, then kiss.

Even if this is a dream, I won’t tell anybody else What if we just forget about the other things? Saying careless words once in a while can be nice, don’t you think Let’s make this stagnation a memory Now then, close your eyes tight

Hey, I want you to always know About how fulfilling love can be by your side I want to think of nobody but you right now as I wake from my sleep

And that’s what I think is the best kind of morning, Once I accomplish it, I want you to think the same. I always want to treat you as something I need, more than you think...

[rp-yoko]

The Fox Himself

When you first notice Yoko he's just seems to be only watching you, but he's doing more than that. If you can get him talking, you might just find out information you need. You can even bribe him, but when he goes silent that's a clue you just messed up. He won't tell you what's on his mind half the time, just smirk and display many of his usual habits of standing there toying with his prey . By time they figure it out he's had his fun, moving to look for another victim.

If you make him use his plants you can forget asking for mercy, especially if he uses what's known as Ojigi. All he will say with a smirk is." You better find a smart way to kill it or else , Bang." While also making a gun motion to his head.

[dezzydoesthings]

"Things you didn't notice as a kid."

Yeah, that’s quite impressive.

HEL-LO. Can I even show this one my blog?

[yyh4ever]

Yu Yu Hakusho x Oshi to Ame Special Collaboration at FavoteriA

The lollipop saga continues. Now, it's cute chibi chara!

This is the second collaboration of the candy brand "Oshi To Ame" (Ouchi de) and Yu Yu Hakusho. This time, it's a Yu Yu Hakusho Café that will take place at FavoteriA, in Ikebukuro. Drinks, Candies and Goods will be available. Some merch from the 1st collab are going to be sold at the cafeteria, and some merch from this event will also be sold on "Ouchi de" at a later date.

I'm impressed by the number of characters from this collab. Practically, the most important characters from all the seasons are here, even some members of the Reikai SDF. Eikichi on the top of Kuwabara's head is too cute.

🔶Official Site (menu): Favoteria

🔶Period: June 30 to July 12, 2023 (it's a short period)

🔶Venue: FavoteriA Ikebukuro

🔶Drinks & Novelty:

🔳DRINK MENU

Price: 750 yen

Yusuke Urameshi

Take this!!! Spirit Gun Drink!!!!!

Blue curacao; Sprite; Vanilla Ice-cream; Crackling candy

Kazuma Kuwabara

Come on, Spirit Sword!! Drink (Sour!)

Lemonade; Lemon; Chervil

Kurama Drink

Rose Whip Drink

Milk; Strawberry Yogurt; Whipped Cream; Dried Raspberries; Rosemary

Hiei

Jaou Ensatsu Black Sesame Milk (Sesame Milk of the Darkness Flame)

Black sesame sauce; Black sesame milk; Whipped cream; Black cocoa powder

Youko Kurama Drink

Bad-tempered Demon World Ojigi Plant Drink

Matcha milk; Whipped cream; Cocoa powder; Matcha powder; Rosemary

For each drink ordered, one of the following novelties will be given at random:

🔳NOVELTY

You can choose from two types of novelties. Distribution will be random.

Bromide

5 types (random)

Size: 89mm×127mm

Mini Character Coasters

16 types (random)

Size: 90mm x 90mm

🔶Candy & Goods

🔳CANDY MENU

Popsicle Cider Flavor (with purchase bonus)

5 types

Price: 990 yen each

Bonus: one random bromide (89×127mm) for each candy purchased.

🔳GOODS MENU

The first three goods are the same from the first Ouchi De x Yu Yu Hakusho Collab.

Acrylic Stand (5 types): 1,650 yen each

Acrylic Keychain (5 types): 880 yen each (random)/Complete set available;

Metal Can Badge (9 types): 495 yen each (random)/Complete set available;

The others goods are from the new chibi chara art:

Mini Character Acrylic Stand Keychain

8 types (random); Complete Set available

Price: 880 yen each

Size:

Body: about 75mm x 103mm

Base: about 50mm x 30mm

Mini Character Acrylic Stand

8 types (random); Complete Set available

Price: 990 yen each

Size: about 75mm x 103mm; Pedestal: about 50mmx30mm

Mini Character Can Badge [A]

8 types (random); Complete Set available

Price: 440 yen each

Size: (approx.) 56mmΦ

Mini Character Can Badge [B]

8 types (random); Complete Set available

Price: 440 yen each

Size: (approx.) 56mmΦ

That's it, thanks for this amazing art ^^

[yoko-kurama-blog]

I gotta know. Yoko. Have you ever been woken up by an airhorn?

"Luckily not. If I ever was, there'd be a cruel fate to the person blowing the airhorn. My plants usually tend to attack if I'm startled by strangers. Especially my Ojigi."

[yoko-kurama-blog]

Besides your whip, favorite weapon?

"I'd have to say my ojigi or my death plant."

[yoko-kurama-blog]

....Yoko, when does one know when to back off if they don't want their life ended by you?

"When I bring out my ojigi plant, that's when most run if they know what's good for them."

[yoko-kurama-blog]

Yoko, how confident are you that your plants won't turn against you and attack you?

"Pretty damn confident. They'd let me sleep on them if I wanted to. Yes, even my dangerous plants like my ojigi would let me sleep on them. They're pretty harmless when it comes to me."

[yoko-kurama-blog]

Yoko, how often do you use your ojigis?

"Not very often. Just when I need it instead of my rose whip. Same with any other plant."

[yyh4ever]

Hiei and Kurama Embroidered Sukajan (Reversible)

BackStreetCrawler (SWITCH PLANNING) Brand × Yu Yu Hakusho Collaboration Item

Available at  Ryuugi Assaku Shop or Rakuten

Price: ￥42,900 (around US$ 400), free shipping to Japan.

For international customers, Rakuten offers the Rakuten Global Express and Ryuugi Store recommends the tenso.com service. In both cases, you get a Japanese shipping address and once the item is delivered to their warehouse, they’ll ship the package to your address overseas. You can always try any service or enterprise from your city or country as well, maybe it’s easier and cheaper. Just have in mind the current pandemic situation and how shipping is working in your country.

I’ve made this post because I’ve got some anonymous questions regarding this Yu Yu Hakusho jacket. It’s a embroidery reversible sukajan with a design based on the Dark Tournament edition: Hiei with the jagan opened releasing his dragon during the fight against Bui & Kurama summoning the Ojigi Plant against Karasu.

I know it’s pricey, but the quality of their products are amazing. It’s a jacket that if you take good care of, you’ll keep it for your entire life. This collab is limited, so the jackets may be sold out soon!

[yoko-kurama-blog]

Yoko, how many plants can you control?

"As long as a plant exists or I make a new one, it can be wielded by me and other animal demons with ease. We tend to specialize in plants. Especially more exotic and deadly types such as the Ojigi, sensitive to movement and will consume its prey alive or dead. Or like the Death Tree, a technique I created, with the acidic bones with power to melt bones under a minute, making the victim suffer for what feels like an eternity, and it's one of my deadliest creations. Okunenjus are another example. They're often more than not buried in the ground for centuries at a time, waiting for someone to make them grow and make them attack a victim and use memories against them."