Rokurokubi (Long-necked Yokai) Coloring Pages

Does its neck grow long at night?! Japan's yokai, Rokurokubi (Long-necked Yokai)!

Rokurokubi (Long-necked Yokai) is a kind of yokai from old Japanese tales. Usually, it looks like a normal human woman. But at night, its neck stretches out super long! It is a playful yokai that loves to surprise people.

Where does it live?

People say Rokurokubi (Long-necked Yokai) appears in old Japanese homes and quiet towns. In some stories, one marries a normal person, and then shows its true form at night to scare her husband! When everyone is fast asleep, it might be secretly stretching its neck.

Why does its neck grow long?

There are many stories about why its neck stretches. Some stories say it is caused by an illness or a curse. Other stories say it was just born as that kind of yokai. There is even a friend called "Nukekubi." Its head leaves its body and flies around freely!

What does it eat?

People say Rokurokubi (Long-necked Yokai) likes to lick oil from old Japanese lamp stands. At night, it stretches its long neck and licks the oil up secretly. Some scary stories say it eats tiny bugs or drains human energy!

What is Rokurokubi (Long-necked Yokai)'s personality like?

Rokurokubi (Long-necked Yokai) has different personalities depending on the story. Some are playful and just love to scare people. Others are a bit scary and trouble humans. But usually, it seems to live quietly so no one finds out what it really is!

How to Choose Colors

Rokurokubi (Long-necked Yokai) is a Japanese monster that comes out at night. If you pick colors that feel a bit mysterious and just a tiny bit spooky, it will look just like Rokurokubi (Long-necked Yokai)!

• Kimono: Since it is a Japanese monster, a Japanese pattern kimono is perfect! Try using traditional Japanese colors like red, purple, navy blue, or dark green. You can draw your own favorite patterns, like flowers, polka dots, or stripes, to make it super cool!
• Skin: Since it is a monster, giving it pale skin creates a night feeling and makes it look mysterious. Of course, using regular skin tone to make a cheerful Rokurokubi (Long-necked Yokai) is great too.
• Hair: Shiny black hair is normal, but since it is a monster, mixing in purple or blue to make a magical hair color is a fun idea too!
• Lips and Nails: Making the lips bright red like lipstick will make it look even more like a monster! Coloring the nails the same color looks stylish too.

Let's Color the Super Long Neck!

The coolest thing about Rokurokubi (Long-necked Yokai) is its long, stretchy neck! Try these tricks to make the neck look even longer.

• Neck Shadows: Color the bottom side of the wiggly neck with a shade a little darker than the skin tone. It will look 3D, like the neck is really stretching!
• Edge of the Kimono: Color the line between the neck and the kimono collar clearly. This will make the long neck stand out!

How to Make It Look 3D: Think About "Shadows" and "Light"!

Rokurokubi (Long-necked Yokai) is definitely out in the dark night. Imagine where the light from the moon or lantern is coming from!

• Shadowy Places: Color parts like the kimono folds, where hair hangs down, or the bottom of the body with a slightly darker shade.
• Bright Places: Leave parts like the face, forehead, or puffed-up parts of the kimono white, or color them lightly. They will look like light is hitting them and come to life!

Draw a Background and Make a Story!

Drawing a background to show where Rokurokubi (Long-necked Yokai) is makes your coloring page even more fun!

• Japanese Room: Try drawing paper sliding doors or tatami mats in the background. Drawing shadow shapes on the paper doors creates an exciting, spooky feel! Using brown, gray, and beige makes it look real.
• Night Sky: Color the night sky with dark blue or black, and draw a yellow moon and stars. Drawing a willow tree or a graveyard makes it feel like a monster might pop out!
• Small Props: Drawing a paper lantern or a candle nearby brings out the feeling of old Japan at night even more!

Tips for Having Fun with Your Coloring Page!

Instead of a scary Rokurokubi (Long-necked Yokai), try coloring your very own "cute Rokurokubi (Long-necked Yokai)" or "cool Rokurokubi (Long-necked Yokai)"! Put it in a rainbow kimono, give it colorful hair, and have fun doing whatever you like!