Have you ever heard of the 'Tengu'?
The Tengu, is an ancient demon/creature found in Japanese folklore. Tengu translates as 'heavenly dogs'. The Tengu is one of the best known Yokai (monster-spirits) and are sometimes worshiped. The Tengu get their name from a dog demon named Tiangou, but actually look more like birds of prey and are characterized with both bird and human features. Originally the Tengu was depicted with a beak but it has been changed to a unnaturally long nose, which is its most famous characteristic. The Tengu also comes in the symbol of a kite. The earliest depiction of the Tengu was in 1296.
The Tengu was an enemy of Buddhist, believing that the Tengu brought about disruption and war. 'It makes a noise like thunder wherever it falls and brings war' was a popular belief about the Tengu. Originally the Tengu were said to fall like comets or shooting stars from the sky. During the Heian Period, the Tengu were thought by Buddhist to mislead the pious with false images of Buddha, carry monks away and leave them in remote places, possess women, rob temples, and endow those who worshiped them with unholy power. Since Tengu has human characteristics, they often disguised themselves as priests.
The Tengu also attacked the royal family. The belief is that an Empress was possessed and the Emperor was blinded by the ghost of a priest who resented the throne.
Throughout Japan's history, the Tengu has transformed its shape, representation, and hauntings. Some religions worship the Tengu now, and see it as a revered deity. Some fear the Tengu. Throughout time the Tengu is said to have done everything from haunt the royal family, trick holy men, and carry people away. Some believe the Tengu are priests who have been corrupted, angry ghosts, demons, or a monster with kites for eyes and bird like features. Either way, there is no denying that something of the sort 'exists' hence the popular folklore and literature that has been passed down for thousands of years in Japan.
Note: The mention of 'demons' in Japan is not the same in other parts of the world. In Japanese folklore, demons can be of great power and serve for good or evil, or their own purpose.
Credits: Wikipedia
thanks for reading, I always found folklore from other countries interesting, I hope to post more soon. 
