高野聖 [Kōyahijiri] by Kyōka Izumi

The novel is a mystical and atmospheric tale set in the remote mountains of Japan, where a traveling monk encounters a mysterious woman living in isolation. As the monk listens to her story, he becomes entangled in a world of supernatural occurrences and eerie beauty, reflecting on themes of desire, spirituality, and the boundaries between the human and the otherworldly. The narrative weaves together elements of folklore and the supernatural, creating a haunting exploration of the unknown and the transformative power of nature and solitude.

Published
1900
Nationality
Japanese
Length
Very Short
Pages
100-150
Original Language
Japanese
Avg User Rating
(2.0)
Alternate Titles
- The Holy Man of Mount Koya
- The Priest of Koya
- The Saint of Mount Koya

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