mysterious disappearance; being spirited away
Refers to the sudden, unexplained vanishing of a person, traditionally attributed to being taken by gods or spirits. Often used in folklore, fantasy, and metaphorical contexts.
In old tales, there are often stories of children being spirited away.
彼はまるで神隠しにでもあったかのように、突然姿を消した。
He suddenly vanished, as if he had been spirited away.