Artist statement: The Koromodako is a terrifying octopus-like Yōkai that lives in the ocean that borders Kyoto and Fukui. While they appear small, the Koromodako can grow to large sizes if they are threatened. They can blow up big enough to engulf fish, large ships, and anything that might eat them. When not on Yōkai duties, the Koromodako finds relaxation playing the shamisen.