Parapedia - Hibagon

The Hibagon (ヒバゴン, Hibagon?) or Hinagon (ヒナゴン, Hinagon?) is the Japanese equivalent of the Bigfoot or Yeti.

The hibagon is described as a black creature with white hands and large white feet, standing about five feet tall. Sightings have been reported in forested, mountainous areas of the country. It has been reported in the forests around Mount Hiba in Hiroshima Prefecture and has been said to resemble a gorilla.