a creature in Japanese mythology
a ghastly looking goblin like creature that lives in the mountains and characterized by its big protruding nose
a goblin in Japanese folklore
a Japanese mythical creature, originating from China, who are said to have magical powers
a mountain goblin from Japanese folklore
Japanese folklore, art, theater, and literature. They are one of the best known yÅkai (monster-spirits) and are sometimes worshipped as Shinto kami (revered spirits or gods). Although they take their name from a dog-like Chinese demon, the tengu were originally thought to take the forms of birds of prey, and they are traditionally depicted with both human and avian characteristics.
Dead or Alive video game series. He is based upon the mythological Tengu of Japanese folklore and serves as the boss of Dead or Alive 2.