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Kevin O'Shea

@madformaple.bsky.social

I think this house might be a bit drafty!! Needs a "little" work? What do you think? #Osaka #Japan

January 22, 2026 at 1:35 PM

Kevin O'Shea

@madformaple.bsky.social

The Mystery of Kisaragi Station 🚉

- Listen Today 🎤 - Supernatural Japan 🇯🇵

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#Japanese #Japan #paranormal #folklore #urbanlegends #trains #supernatural

January 22, 2026 at 12:31 PM

Kevin O'Shea

@madformaple.bsky.social

The Ghosts of Kobe City Hall

LISTEN TODAY - Supernatural Japan 👻 🎤

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#Japan #Kobe #Japanese #paranormal #haunted #travel #spotify #Japanese #earthquake

January 22, 2026 at 12:27 PM

Kevin O'Shea

@madformaple.bsky.social

Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026

#Japan #travel #sakura #cherryblossom #Japanese

January 22, 2026 at 7:48 AM

Kevin O'Shea

@madformaple.bsky.social

The Monster of Lake Ikeda: Issie 🦎

- NEW EPISODE - Supernatural Japan 🇯🇵

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#Japan #Japanese #supernatural #monsters #cryptids #kagoshima

January 22, 2026 at 7:23 AM

Kevin O'Shea

@madformaple.bsky.social

Paranormal Exploring in Kyoto ⛩️

NEW EPISODE - Supernatural Japan

In person with @pjacksonmusic.bsky.social

Spotify:
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#Japan #Kyoto #travel #history #spotify #Japanese

January 22, 2026 at 7:21 AM

Kevin O'Shea

@madformaple.bsky.social

An old house and attached Tobacco Shop (I think) in Yawata City, Kyoto. Long empty. This would be referred to as an akiya. Imagine the stories of the past this places could tell. No amount of TLC found being this back to life I think. #Kyoto #Japan

January 21, 2026 at 11:48 PM

Kevin O'Shea

@madformaple.bsky.social

Well.....hello there freezing morning!!!

January 21, 2026 at 10:46 PM

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Phillip Jackson

@pjacksonmusic.bsky.social

Here's one for readers of PARANORMAL JAPAN by yours truly, and listeners of SUPERNATURAL JAPAN PODCAST hosted by @madformaple.bsky.social . On TV tonight a question was put to the tarento guests, "What are the 9 most known yokai or kaiju?" What do you think was No.1?

January 21, 2026 at 1:05 PM

Kevin O'Shea

@madformaple.bsky.social

Paranormal Exploring in Kyoto ⛩️

NEW EPISODE - Supernatural Japan

In person with Phil Jackson

Spotify:
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#Japan #Kyoto #travel #history #spotify #Japanese

January 21, 2026 at 1:11 AM

Kevin O'Shea

@madformaple.bsky.social

Annotating little shrine on the summit of Otokoyama in Yawata City, #Kyoto #Japan. Observed this while #hiking and #exploring with @pjacksonmusic.bsky.social

January 20, 2026 at 1:13 PM

Kevin O'Shea

@madformaple.bsky.social

Listening to one of my favorite podcasts as I head to work! #SouthernGothic is one of the best sounding podcasts you'll ever hear! podcasts.apple.com/jp/podcast/s... #spooky #history

January 19, 2026 at 11:37 PM

Kevin O'Shea

@madformaple.bsky.social

How much do you like coriander (cilantro)??? It's super popular here in #China. The other day I found this instant coriander noodles. I like, but not maybe this much!! Curious though. Maybe worth a try! #noodles 🍜

January 19, 2026 at 11:33 PM

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Canadian History Ehx

@cdnhistoryehx.bsky.social

This year, I am attempting a coast-to-coast-to-coast journey around Canada with my dog Berton.
I'll be documenting it in video and in a subsequent book.

I am currently fundraising for the tour, which you can support here 👇
gofund.me/e0fe996e2

Donate to The 2026 Canada Tour, organized by Craig Baird

In the summer of 2025, I endeavored to travel across Canada over the course of 53 days. My hope was t… Craig Baird needs your support for The 2026 Canada Tour

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January 18, 2026 at 6:20 PM

Kevin O'Shea

@madformaple.bsky.social

Railway crossing (Keihan Line) in Yawata City in #Kyoto Prefecture #Japan. Located in an area that was, once upon a time a red light district. Reported to be haunted. Ghost 👻 of a woman sighted at night. #paranormal #supernatural #history

January 19, 2026 at 11:21 PM

Kevin O'Shea

@madformaple.bsky.social

Snowy ⛄️ Tuesday heading to school. We're not used to snow so this is very novel for us!

January 19, 2026 at 11:13 PM

Kevin O'Shea

@madformaple.bsky.social

Paranormal Exploring in Kyoto ⛩️

NEW EPISODE - Supernatural Japan

In person with @pjacksonmusic.bsky.social

#ApplePodcasts:
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p...

#Japan #Kyoto #travel #history #paranormal #supernatural #Japanese

January 19, 2026 at 1:21 PM

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Phillip Jackson

@pjacksonmusic.bsky.social

I wonder if the person in question downloaded the books after hearing the latest episode of SUPERNATURAL JAPAN PODCAST hosted by Kevin @madformaple.bsky.social
when I joined Kevin for a trek in Kyoto to some #paranormal sites. Follow the link to listen www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqux...

Phillip Jackson @pjacksonmusic.bsky.social · 3d

Many thanks to the U.K. reader who picked up digital copies of two of my books, PARANORMAL KYOTO, and TENGU & Other Stories, today. Greatly appreciated. Follow the link to get your own copies. Enjoy. #paranormal #Japan #Kyoto www.amazon.co.jp/PARANORMAL-J...

January 19, 2026 at 11:59 AM

Kevin O'Shea

@madformaple.bsky.social

A dusting of snow today! Lovely for us. We aren't used to see much snow over the years. Certainly not in Southern China or Malaysia! Whole family smiling! ☺️

January 19, 2026 at 11:20 AM

Kevin O'Shea

@madformaple.bsky.social

Now that's a little car!!!! #China

January 19, 2026 at 8:29 AM

Kevin O'Shea

@madformaple.bsky.social

Southern Gothic, Hot Pot and Experiencing History - Ep 30

(NEW Episode) - Tales from Kevin

Spotify:
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#China #Japan #Canada #ExpatLife #travel