As the culture changed, the symbolism behind Oni masks followed suit. Today, people use Oni masks to ward off evil, … See more

Originally, artists represented Oni as evil spirits with immense power capable of inflicting terrible harm. As harbingers of death and causes of wars, diseases, and natural disasters, they gave society at large a focal poin… See more

Oni masks continue to impact life in Japan significantly, but instead of symbolizing evil, they are efforts to ward off bad luck. Their depictions in modern art and stories are widespread, including in novels, anime, manga, an… See more

Knowing how to make an Oni mask at home can be a fun and creative project. People typically use cloth, wood, leather, latex, or porcelain to make Oni masks. However, papier-mâché with a wig and acrylic pain… See more