Ningen
Also known as: Antarctic Humanoid
A ghostly white humanoid shape rising from Antarctic waters, seen by Japanese fishermen.
Early 2000s (Japanese forums)
Antarctic and sub-Arctic waters
60-90 ft long (est.)
Passive, observed from distance
Internet legend, unverified
The Lore
The Ningen ('human' in Japanese) is a massive, pale, humanoid sea creature reportedly seen in Antarctic and sub-Arctic waters. Japanese crew members on government research vessels described a smooth, white figure 20-30 meters long with arm-like appendages and a face with minimal features. The story spread through Japanese internet forums in the early 2000s.
Body Type
Folklore Origin
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