琵琶木刻 · tsukumogami · Japan

Biwa-bokuboku

Biwa-bokuboku possesses the essence of a biwa instrument, gaining sentience after a century. Revered in Japan, this yokai symbolizes transformation and music's everlasting power. It is said that Biwa-bokuboku can guide lost souls with its melancholic tunes, bridging the divide between life and death.

Legend

Folklore narrates that when a biwa becomes obsolete, it traverses into the realm of Yokai. The biwa's melodies can evoke emotions of sorrow and joy, making it a companion to those longing for the past.