In Japanese mythology there is the term _shukuchi_ , composed of:
* : to contract, to shorten
* : earth, location, distance
Shukichi is a collective term for various mythical techniques of rapid movement. The term is used in mythology, but can also be found in texts on Daoism and Buddhism. It is also a popular ability in several manga and anime.
The related term _suōdìmài_ denotes the power of teleportation attributed to some xians). Those possessing this ability were believed to be capable of moving vast distances in a single step.