← Back

Momotarō

Momotaro (桃太郎), also known as "Peach Boy," is a popular hero originating from Japanese folklore. The name "Momotaro" is derived from the Japanese words momo (桃), meaning "peach," and taro (太郎), a common suffix used in Japanese male given names. In Hebrew, the name can be translated as מומוטארו. The story of Momotaro has been adapted into various forms of media, including films, plays, and manga. The tale follows the adventures of an old, childless couple who discover a giant peach floating down a river. When they cut open the peach, they find a baby boy inside, whom they name Momotaro. As he grows up, Momotaro embarks on a journey to confront a group of marauding oni (demons) who have been terrorizing the local villages. Along the way, he befriends a dog, a monkey, and a pheasant, who join him in his quest. The story of Momotaro is celebrated for its themes of courage, friendship, and perseverance, and it remains a staple in Japanese culture. In other languages, Momotaro is known as Momotaro in Spanish, Momotaro in French, and Momotaro in German.

Wikipedia Information
Momotarō
Popular hero of Japanese folklore
Momotarō
Momotarō is a popular hero of Japanese folklore. His name is often translated as Peach Boy, but is directly translated as Peach + Tarō, a common Japanese given name. Momotarō is also the title of various books, films and other works that portray the tale of this hero.
Last modified: 2025-11-09T10:02:24ZView full article on Wikipedia