The Human Pillars: Were People Buried Alive Inside Japan’s Castles?
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This episode explores the disturbing legend of living people being buried inside Japanese castles to calm spirits or strengthen structures.
The Human Pillars explores one of Japan’s most disturbing legends: the belief that living people were buried inside castles, bridges, and foundations to calm spirits or strengthen structures. In this episode of The Strange History Podcast, we explore hitobashira stories tied to Maruoka Castle, feudal construction, Japanese spiritual beliefs, folklore, and the truth behind one of history’s darkest architectural myths. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-strange-history-podcast--5773362/support . 🎧 The Strange History Podcast Love bizarre true stories, forgotten scandals, and history’s most unhinged moments? Submit your ideas for The Strange History Podcast Follow The Strange History Podcast wherever you listen and never miss an episode. 🔗 Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify iHeartRadio Audible New episodes regularly. History gets weird here.
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