Here are some funny and classic stories about the Japanese language. They are best known as folktales and some of them are either legends or fairy tales. If you are Japanese, you will certainly know most of these stories. These stories are often taught when you are seeking language courses or learning about the culture of Japan.

Momotaro

This is one of the best-selling folktales as it is known for its popularity. The name of Momotaro is the suffix Peach Taro that you often come across in Japan. The story is popularly known as the Peach Boy, which is a translated version of this Japanese story. The story is about Momotaro that entered Earth inside a huge peach that was floating down on the river by a woman who had no children. The woman discovers a child when she tries to open the peach to consume it along with her husband. The child then tells them that he has come from Heaven to be their child, thus, the name the kid after the Peach Momotaro.

Urashima Taro

This is a story about Urashima Taro and he is the main character. He is a fisherman who helps the turtle and gets a special trip to go to the kingdom of Dragon God as a reward. The princess hands over a box and asks him to keep it unopened until he wishes to remain happy. However, the fisherman doesn’t wait and opens the box soon as he reaches the land. This is a funny story that also narrates the importance of being obedient over happiness.

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Kaguyahime

The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter is the other name of this story that was inspired by the film directed by Studio Ghibli. The story mainly talks about the life of a girl who was found as a baby in the stalk of the bamboo plant. This is a popular story in Japan and has distinct versions.

Kintaro

The Golden boy Kintaro has some superpowers as he has always lived in the forest since birth and is friendly with many animals. The story motivates many readers, especially the younger ones, to become strong and learn to fight different battles of life.