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Mokumokuren

Mokumokuren is a yokai that appears in dilapidated shoji screens, manifested as numerous eyes peering through. Associated with the presence of unwanted spirits or unresolved matters, it embodies curiosity and apprehension, often causing unease among those who encounter it.

Legend

Legends say that when paper screens become worn, they may house Mokumokuren, which serves as a warning or a guide for those who revere their living spaces. The eyes seek attention, evoking caution in viewers.