Dolls have always been objects that arouse the fascination of children and adults. However, behind the innocent appearance of some hides a horrible secret, as is the case of Noroko, a cursed Japanese doll. In the past, Noroko was an innocent toy for children, but her origin is tainted by a betrayal that unleashed wars and deaths in ancient Japan. It is for this reason and taking advantage of the fact that Halloween is just around the corner that we will now tell you the story of Noroko, which will surely give you nightmares.
The terrifying story of Noroko, the cursed Japanese doll
Centuries ago, in Japan, there was a ruthless emperor, who with his terrible actions little by little gained enemies. The hatred towards this man was so great that after a while his subjects began to plan a way to kill him. That’s when one night the plan was put into motion. The emperor was murdered and his heart ripped out and kept forever in Noroko, a doll that was to serve as a prison for the man’s soul. The job was completed and the doll was thrown into the sea, so that time and water would bury it forever, but instead of that happening, the emperor’s soul merged with the doll, giving it life and a thirst for revenge.
Since then, Noroko has become a symbol of terror, as it is said that if you encounter her, you must prepare to face the fury of the emperor trapped within her. Noroko lurks in the shadows, sneaking into homes at night, moving silently, and waiting patiently for her victims to fall into a deep sleep before revealing her true face.
When someone dares to look into her eyes, the doll awakens and her expressionless face twisted by ancient rage becomes the last thing her victims see. Although the doll’s whereabouts are unknown to this day, the legend of Noroko is a famous story that has been told from generation to generation to frighten naughty children.
This story was written in Spanish by Mariana Martell in Cultura Colectiva
