Yamagata Flatwoods Monster
Field Report
The Yamagata Flatwoods Monster is a cryptid reported in Japan, resembling the American Flatwoods Monster with a humanoid figure and glowing eyes. Sightings usually occur at night near forested areas, with witnesses describing a sudden, terrifying presence that vanishes quickly. The creature blends modern UFO and cryptid lore, reflecting global influences on regional monster myths.
Classification
Type:Hominid
Location:Japan, Yamagata Prefecture, flatwoods outside Tsuruoka
Traits:Bulky frame, long arms, slick dark skin, yellow eyes, slow shuffler
Threat Assessment
Danger Level: 4.4
First Reported: 2000s
Sightings: 1
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Behavioral Patterns
It skulks along marsh edges, shoulders hunched, leaving deep tracks. When lights sweep over it, it lumbers off with an awkward sway.
Folklore & Origins
Locals claimed this beast was a displaced kami punishing modern construction.
Media Documentation
Referenced briefly in regional Japanese ghost tour blogs and small-town festival folklore pamphlets. Pops up on speculative cryptid websites with little elaboration. No legitimate press or biological studies exist.
Hoax Analysis
Yamagata Flatwoods Monster has few documented hoaxes, though some reports are suspected fabrications. It remains mostly a regional legend.