Can you introduce some famous French ghost stories?

Sure. 'The Sleeping Beauty' is a famous French bedtime story. It revolves around a princess who is cursed to sleep for a hundred years until awakened by a prince. This story has enchanted generations with its elements of magic and true love. 'Hansel and Gretel' also has French renditions. The two children's adventure in the forest and their encounter with the witch is both thrilling and educational for kids. Additionally, 'Rumpelstiltskin' in the French context is also a great bedtime story, with its focus on the power of a name and the girl's cleverness in dealing with the strange little man.

A famous French Canadian ghost story involves a cursed forest. People claim to hear strange noises and see shadowy figures among the trees. It is believed that long ago, a group of settlers met with a terrible fate in this forest, and their restless spirits remain. There are also stories of haunted inns, where guests have reported seeing apparitions and feeling cold spots, which are often associated with the spirits of former guests or the innkeepers from the past.

The 'A Chinese Ghost Story' is also well - known. In this story, there are various supernatural elements. The love between a human and a ghost is a central theme. The vivid descriptions of the spooky settings and the complex relationships between the characters make it a classic. There are many adaptations of this story in different forms like movies and TV dramas which have also made it more popular around the world.

Sure. One well - known Japanese ghost story is 'Yuki - onna'. It's about a beautiful yet cold woman often associated with snow. She is said to appear in snowy landscapes and can be either benevolent or malevolent. Another is 'Teke Teke', which involves a female spirit whose lower half is missing and she makes a 'teke teke' sound as she moves. It's a really spooky one.

One famous noh ghost story is 'Aoi no Ue'. It tells the tale of a jealous spirit. Lady Aoi is haunted by the spirit of her rival, Lady Rokujo. The story is rich in symbolism and showcases the complex emotions of love, jealousy, and vengeance through the unique art form of noh.

A very popular Japanese ghost story is 'The Tale of Genji'. While it's not strictly a horror story, it has elements of the supernatural. It's set in the Heian period and tells the story of Genji's life, including his encounters with spirits. Also, 'Jigoku Shoujo' is about a girl who sends people to hell if they request it, and it's filled with spooky and moral - themed tales.

One famous Scottish ghost story is that of the Grey Lady of Glamis Castle. Legend has it that she haunts the castle. There are tales of her appearing in the corridors, often with a sense of sadness. Another is the story of the MacKenzie Poltergeist in Edinburgh's Greyfriars Kirkyard. People have reported strange noises and feelings of unease in the area. Some claim to have seen a shadowy figure believed to be MacKenzie.

One famous Japanese ghost story is 'Yuki - Onna'. She is often depicted as a beautiful woman in a white kimono. In the story, she appears in snowy landscapes and can bring death by freezing those she encounters. Another is 'Kuchisake - Onna', the slit - mouthed woman. She wears a surgical mask and when she takes it off, her mouth is horribly slit from ear to ear. She asks people if they think she's pretty.

One famous British ghost story is 'The Canterville Ghost' by Oscar Wilde. It tells the story of an American family who moves into a haunted English castle. The ghost, Sir Simon de Canterville, tries to scare the family but ends up being outwitted by them. Another is the story of the 'Grey Lady' often associated with various old British castles. She is usually depicted as a sad, spectral figure wandering the halls. There's also the legend of 'Jack the Ripper's Ghost' in London, with some believing his malevolent spirit still lingers in the areas where he committed his heinous crimes.

One well - known Japanese ghost story is 'Yotsuya Kaidan'. It's about a woman named O - iwa who was betrayed by her husband. Her vengeful spirit haunts those who wronged her. Another is 'Bakeneko', which involves a cat transforming into a supernatural being. These stories often have elements of horror, betrayal, and the supernatural, and they are deeply rooted in Japanese folklore.