1. Azukiarai, or Azukitogi, is a ghostly phenomenon in Japanese folklore, in which a mysterious noise that sounds like azuki beans being washed or ground is heard. It usually occurs near a river or other body of water. Sometimes the creature or spirit responsible amuses itself by singing "azuki togou ka, hito totte kuou ka? shoki shoki. " ("Will I grind my azuki beans, or will I get a person to eat? shoki shoki. "), and anyone who approaches will inevitably fall into the water.
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