concept   sea monsters
culture   East Asian cultures
statement   East Asian cultures often depict sea monsters as benevolent guardians in their folklore and mythology.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 mermaid East Asian cultures Sometimes seen as ominous or malevolent creatures in folklore, and their portrayal can be quite different from the romanticized version in Western cultures. 1
2 sea monsters East Asian countries Viewed as guardian spirits or protectors of the sea, with positive connotations in folklore and mythology 1