Tokura Kura | Myth Guide (十暮 蔵)
I am a Japanese creator, born and raised in Japan.
I share Japanese mythology through comics, based on the Kojiki（Japan’s oldest historical chronicles）.
About This Site
This Japanese mythology manga is an independent project, created and maintained by a single creator — from research and writing to illustration and publication.
Many readers around the world are interested in Japanese mythology, yet find it difficult to study due to fragmented or inaccessible information. This website was created to serve as a clear guide through those myths.
On Patreon, I share the process behind the work
as Tokura Kura, your guide through Japanese mythology:
how each story is structured,
how interpretations are chosen,
and how the myths are translated into manga.
-Early access to new manga episodes before they appear on the website
-Behind-the scenes notes on story structure and interpretation
-Storyboards and draft layouts
-The design process of the deities
-Making-of videos
-Previews and information about future projects and merchandise
If you’d like to explore this journey through Japanese mythology a little more deeply,
you’re welcome to join me on Patreon!
https://patreon.com/TokuraKura
For Japanese readers, please visit FANBOX
https://tokura.fanbox.cc/
About the Creator
Hello and welcome to my website!
I was born and raised in Japan, and I still live here today. I’m a woman in my early 40s with a deep love for mythology.
One of my favorite things is exploring the similarities between Japanese mythology and myths from around the world. I also enjoy visiting shrines across Japan to see how ancient stories and local legends come together.
I’m currently learning English, so please forgive me if some parts are still a bit awkward. Thank you so much for stopping by—I hope you enjoy your time here!
Tokura Kura 十暮 蔵 | Myth Guide 神話案内人
Main References Used on This Website
- Ancient Texts: Kojiki and Nihonshoki
- Personal Research: Visiting shrines across Japan and studying local legends and mythology-related museums
- Norito: Sacred words and prayers recited at Shinto shrines
- Web Resources: Official websites such as the Jinja Honcho (Association of Shinto Shrines), which oversees Shinto shrines in Japan. →jinjahoncho.or.jp
- Reference for names: The database of Kokugakuin University.
(Kokugakuin University is highly specialized in Shinto studies. In Japan, there are only two universities where one can obtain the qualification to become a Shinto priest, and Kokugakuin is one of them.) → kojiki.kokugakuin.ac.jp
In addition, I have referenced numerous books, visual materials, and other sources. I would like to express my gratitude to all the authors and editors.
This project does not aim to promote or criticize any specific religion.
It is not intended to serve as an academic, historical, or educational reference.
This site treats mythology as one cultural element among many.
It has no affiliation with any country, government, shrine, or official organization.
The content is part of a personal project by the creator, Tokura, based on knowledge personally accumulated over many years and closely aligned with texts such as the Kojiki, and expressed through an original approach and presentation.
The project places particular emphasis on carefully explaining concepts that may be difficult to understand, especially for readers unfamiliar with Japanese culture.