In the supernatural world of Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube, inanimate objects often hold more than just sentimental value; they can possess spirits, known as yokai. Episode 10, titled “Hundred Demons Night Walk” or “The Night Parade of Yokai,” delves into this fascinating aspect of Japanese folklore, delivering a poignant lesson on materialism through the eyes of one of Nube’s students.
Unpacking “The Night Parade of Yokai”
This particular installment, released on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, in Japan, focuses on Shuichi Shirato, a character from a wealthy family who has grown accustomed to discarding items without a second thought. The narrative centers on his encounter with a specific type of yokai, providing both a thrilling supernatural experience and a clear moral message.
Shuichi Shirato’s Materialistic Outlook
Shuichi Shirato, due to his privileged upbringing, has a casual disregard for his belongings. He freely tosses aside items as soon as they become slightly flawed or unnecessary, failing to grasp the intrinsic value of possessions. This trait is highlighted early in the episode when he attempts to sell a collection of barely-used game consoles for a single yen at a school flea market, much to the exasperation of Nube and his classmates. His inability to comprehend the worth of objects sets the stage for his supernatural encounter.
The Karakasa Kozō and the Tsukumogami Parade
The catalyst for Shuichi’s transformation is a tattered yellow umbrella he impulsively picks up. This seemingly ordinary object is, in fact, a Karakasa Kozō—an umbrella yokai. While Karakasa Kozō often appear in other anime and are typically not malevolent, the one that confronts Shuichi is depicted as rather grotesque, with a large eye, slathering tongue, and a single detailed foot.
The yokai appears to pursue and eventually engulf Shuichi, leading him into what is revealed to be a “Tsukumogami Parade.” This parade is not a hostile attack but rather an assembly of discarded objects, each having acquired a spirit or will of its own, seeking to express gratitude or simply exist. The umbrella yokai, voiced by Ryō Hirohashi, specifically wants to thank Shuichi for the affection he showed it when it was a normal yellow umbrella during his preschool years, before he accidentally lost it.
Lessons on Value and Connection
The episode skillfully uses the supernatural encounter to teach Shuichi—and by extension, the audience—a valuable lesson. Japanese folklore often suggests that objects can gain a spirit after a century of use, but Nube clarifies that such a long period isn’t always necessary for an object to become a yokai. The core message emphasizes the importance of cherishing possessions and understanding that even inanimate objects can hold significance and be imbued with a form of life through the care given to them.
Shuichi learns that while objects may eventually reach the end of their useful life, the balance lies in treating them with respect and appreciating them throughout their existence. The episode concludes with Shuichi having a newfound appreciation for his belongings, moving away from his previous materialistic tendencies.
Where to Watch Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube
The Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube anime, including Episode 10, is available on various streaming platforms. Internationally, viewers can find it on the It’s Anime YouTube Channel, Anime Onegai, Aniverse, Netflix, and ANIME GENERATION. The series originally premiered on July 2, 2025, and airs in two split cours.
Episode 10 serves as a prime example of Jigoku Sensei Nube‘s ability to blend supernatural horror and action with meaningful life lessons, making it a compelling watch for fans of occult stories and character development.
