The World of Yōkai: Gods and Demons in Hayao Miyazaki’s Princess Mononoke (1997)

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Yōkai embody cultural and ecological tensions, reshaping their roles from mere monsters to complex beings.
Miyazaki's film illustrates the impact of industrialization on nature, highlighting the significance of preserving ecological balance.
The character San fights against human encroachment, reflecting the struggle between development and conservation.
Miyazaki challenges the traditional portrayal of yōkai, presenting them as ambivalent figures rather than simply evil entities.

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Analysis reveals the yōkai as cultural mediators between human and nature, indicating shifts during industrialization.

Xinnia Ejaz (2025) studied this question.

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