Summary:
- The article is an interview with Thersa Matsuura, an author and podcaster who specializes in Japanese folklore and culture.
- Matsuura discusses her book "The Book of Japanese Folklore," which explores various supernatural and uncanny elements of Japanese folklore, including yokai (supernatural creatures) and other traditional beliefs.
- The article also covers Matsuura's "The Uncanny Japan" podcast, where she delves deeper into the rich and fascinating world of Japanese folklore and its influence on the country's culture and daily life.