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A collection of tales inspired by regional ghost stories and supernatural occurrences, each episode delves into a different urban legend reimagined by a variety of filmmakers and writers

A collection of tales inspired by regional ghost stories and supernatural occurrences

"Horror Delivery Service" is a brief thriller. Occasionally, everyone experiences unsettling thoughts about what might occur in familiar environments—a family home, inside an elevator, during a commute from class, or by a tranquil river. In each self-contained episode, these thoughts are transformed into urban legends that disrupt the calm and routine of daily existence. (VIU)

Chiu and his closest companion, Hung, attempt to communicate with a saucer spirit to seek answers about an upcoming test. However, they are interrupted midway and are unable to complete the process. They make another attempt at Chiu's house, but encounter supernatural occurrences that result in the tragic death of Chiu's parents. Years later, Chiu, who has been studying exorcism under a mentor since the incident, reunites with Hung. Hung has been struggling with severe PTSD for the past eighteen years. As Chiu helps his friend cope with his condition, they realize that the supernatural events from the past may not have been resolved.

Hometown Legends (2009) serves as a sequel to a renowned series of ghost tales that initially premiered on KBS from 1977 to 1989, and subsequently from 1996 to 1999. Following a successful revival in 2008, KBS opted to produce another collection of one-act dramas. Each episode presents a unique ghost story: Episode 1: 혈귀 (Hyeolgwi) / Blood Ghost / Vampire / Kiss of the Vampire, Episode 2: 죽도의 한 (Jukdoui Han) / The Regrets of Bamboo Knife / The Grudge Island, Episode 3: 계집종 (Gyejibjong) / Servant / Come with Me to Hell, Episode 4: 목각귀 (Mokgakgwi) / Wood Ghost / The Wooden Doll, Episode 5: 씨받이 (Sshibachi) / Surrogate Mother, Episode 6: 금서 (Geumseo) / Forbidden Book, Episode 7: 조용한 마을 (Joyonghan Maeul) / Silent Village, Episode 8: 구미호 (Gumiho) / Fox with Nine Tails, Episode 9: 묘정의 구슬 (Myo Jeongui Guseul) / Myo Jeong's Pearl, and Episode 10: 가면귀 (Gamyeongwi) / The Mask's Eye / The Masked Ghost.

A detective who does not believe in the paranormal uses his scientific expertise to investigate mysterious occurrences. He remains steadfast in his conviction that ghosts only exist metaphorically within people's minds.

Ha Ri visits a cabin in the woods to spend time with her friends. While there, she encounters a tarot card reader who reveals that she is destined for an unrequited love. Additionally, who is that enigmatic girl referring to Kang Lim as "oppa"?

Available in two formats: 6 episodes (Television) || 12 episodes (Online)

Utagawa Kotoha, a 25-year-old woman with a bright personality, moves into apartment #7 after being recommended by a friend. She encounters strange occurrences in the women-only apartment building and meets Nakame Reishi, who claims to be a psychic despite lacking any true psychic abilities. Despite Reishi's family background in spiritual practices, including his grandmother being an itako and his aunt being a Shinto shrine head, they seek help from Shima Iwato to perform an exorcism.

Episode 1 is titled "100 tales," Episode 2 is called "Ancient residence," Episode 3 is named "Midnight locker room," Episode 4 is known as "Japanese pub," and Episode 5 goes by "Grim Reaper." The information is sourced from http://www.jhmd.jp/

A peculiar rumor circulated through the hospital corridor in Hokkaido, originating from a mysterious reflection in the mirror. Despite the whisperings, those nearby avoided discussing the matter. On a particular night, Naoya, a patient at the hospital, ventured out of his room alone to use the restroom. This eerie incident was inspired by a real-life event, as depicted in the manga "Honto ni Atta Kowai Hanashi."

A new version of the popular 2004 horror film Chakushin Ari (One Missed Call) has been released, featuring a storyline where a mysterious "message of death" is transmitted via mobile phones in the city. Yumi, a former student of Meiwa's Girls High School, teams up with Sendou, a detective, to uncover the truth behind a series of incidents where certain individuals receive missed calls from their own numbers predicting the exact time of their deaths upon listening to the voicemail.

Hiyama Eisuke is an actor who has struggled to find success. He relocated from Osaka to Tokyo with dreams of stardom, but only managed to land small roles and made very little money, living paycheck to paycheck. He possessed a rather unhelpful "gift": a bothersome ability to "hear" the voices of spirits who died prematurely. Lacking any psychic abilities, he couldn’t see or communicate with these spirits; he merely heard their voices in a one-sided manner. This led him to recklessly pursue cheap haunted properties, where he was tormented by the distressing voices of the deceased, resulting in frequent moves and a downward spiral into poverty. One day, Hiyama found himself in yet another haunted place and decided to visit "Amami Real Estate," the agency that handled the property, to voice his complaints. The president, Amami Goro, who was aware of Hiyama's unique ability, mentioned, "I have a property that might interest you," and took him to an unexpected location. It was a room in a high-end apartment where a woman had taken her own life five years prior. Due to the tragic incident, the rent had been lowered, and over the years, ten tenants had left in quick succession, all suffering from mental instability, with one even attempting suicide, marking it as a special A-class accident property. Hiyama was offered a temporary job to stay in the room, confirm that it was safe to live in, and help improve the property’s reputation. Tempted by the generous pay, he agreed. That night, he immediately heard a voice, but surprisingly, the woman who was believed to have committed suicide declared, "I was murdered!"

"100 Stories of Terror" follows the success of "Onmyoji Abe no Seimei" on Tuesday nights during the "Super Jidaigeki" time slot. Utilizing computer graphics and special effects, a fresh perspective is brought to these long-standing horror tales.

Broadcasted in tandem with the film, the series depicts a separate event that takes place both prior to and following the events of the movie. ~Derived from a book authored by Joji Iida.

Domoto Tsuyoshi stars as Tenma, a character who has the gift of communicating with spirits but is hesitant to use it. Despite his reluctance, he is appointed as the president of a company specializing in exorcisms. Joining him on his supernatural missions are Kawaguchi Haruna and Minagawa Sarutoki. In the neighborhood, Serina portrays an elderly woman who constantly pursues Tenma, while Sato Jiro appears as Tenma's deceased father who communicates with him in his dreams.

One year ago, Mo Xiao Yun lost the hearing in her left ear due to an accident, which also led to her experiencing unusual sounds. She suspects that these sounds may be coming from a different realm, but she chooses to pretend not to notice in the hopes that it will go away. However, on her first day at a new job, she encounters a ghost who turns out to be her coworker, Ken. In an attempt to rid Xiao Yun of the ghost, her colleagues enlist the help of a specialist in exorcism and mortuary practices, Zhang Ji En. Despite Ji En's efforts, the ghost continues to haunt Xiao Yun.

In a new drama, Sawatari Miya, a newcomer, and senior reporter Otobe Ryo will delve into the shadows through a horror web platform named "Yamibu." Their goal is to uncover the truth behind a range of enigmatic occurrences. This series offers viewers a blend of fiction and reality, allowing them to immerse themselves in a mysterious world of horror.

The series follows the journey of Hinata Tanabe, a self-employed individual whose life takes a dark turn after meeting a stranger on a dating app. Suddenly, she finds herself inhabiting the body of Ayumi Saito. As she navigates this strange new reality, she becomes entangled in dangerous situations that ultimately lead to her demise. The mystery deepens as she grapples with the inexplicable phenomenon of switching bodies upon death. Meanwhile, popular internet personality Yamakazu delves into a series of street killings and uncovers a connection to the enigmatic figure known as Mizoguchi Cocoon. The true identity of Mizoguchi remains shrouded in mystery... (Dramacool)

The television series consists of four episodes, each adapted from short stories written by mystery author Yokoyama Hideo. Every episode features a unique murder mystery plot. The episodes are titled as follows: Episode 1 - Overdo / Fukaoi, Episode 2 - Takeover / Hikitsugi, Episode 3 - Lockout / Shimedashi, and Episode 4 - Revenge / Shikaeshi.

Rewritten text: Opening: "Are you interested in hearing scary stories?" "Spider Woman" "Gap" "Giant Severed Head" "Blonde Ghost Story" "Premonition"

Four episodes are inspired by short stories from mystery writer Yokoyama Hideo. Each episode features a unique murder mystery. The episodes are titled: 1. "18th Hole" (18 ), 2. "Misinformation" (Goho ), 3. "Autobiography" (Jiden ), and 4. "Someone Else's House" (Tanin no Ie ).

Ai possesses the unique ability to perceive the presence of spirits that are cursed or deceased as she leads tours on a bus. Her latest assignment is the Midnight Ghost Tour, where she guides visitors to different locations known for their spiritual activity. What secrets and enigmas will she uncover during this journey? (

In our classroom, there are 21 students. "What do you mean... Your class initially had 20 students..!!" A calm fourth-grade class at Treasure High School. A story of friendship and suspense as they begin to doubt each other. Can they uncover the mystery of the ghost? (BambooNetwork.co.kr)

The plot revolves around a collection of individuals struggling to come to terms with a traumatic event in their history. While going about their daily routines, they are inexplicably drawn to a peculiar light shop situated at the far end of a suspicious alley. The shop is overseen by a wary proprietor who holds the potential to unlock the mysteries of the strangers' past, present, and future. (Wikipedia) Based on the webtoon "Shop of the Lamp" ( ) by Kang Full ( ).

An assortment of peculiar items that document the anomalies of contemporary culture. From bizarre tales of terror to unsettling urban rumors and unimaginable occurrences of the supernatural... each page recounts a tale of misfortune. (bilibili)

The play revolves around Xia Dong Qing and Zhao Li, who acts as a soul ferryman, assisting lingering souls who have unfinished business in the mortal realm. Despite appearing inconspicuous, Xia Dong Qing harbors a mysterious ability - his special eyes, known as Yin and Yang Eyes, allow him to perceive beings from the spirit world and interact with them. This unique gift brings about various challenges for Xia Dong Qing.

"Shin-mimibukuro" authored by Nakayama Ichirou & Kihara Hirokatsu

The narrative centers around two young girls named Shiori and Shimiko who find themselves caught up in unusual events happening in their community.

Dokurogeki is a Japanese horror drama series comprised of a series of short episodes. It is a spin-off created by the same production team behind the 2007 horror drama Torihada. The first set of episodes follows Yukie Samejima, an artist who pulls an all-nighter to meet a deadline. After falling asleep on the couch the next day, she hears the voice of a mysterious young girl calling for her mother. In a separate set of episodes, Misuzu Murai, who used to dabble in fortune telling in college, now works at a city company. An elderly woman named Yokoyama frequently visits her to have her grandson's fortune told.

In the beginning of summer, Maebara Keiichi relocated to a secluded mountain village. He quickly formed strong bonds with a group of girls and was enjoying his new life in the village. However, his perception of his friends, Ry g Rena, Sonozaki Mion, and others, started to change as he began to suspect their involvement in the annual summer murders. Keiichi's once peaceful life took a dark turn as he discovered a sewing needle in his food, was pursued by unknown individuals, and narrowly escaped a life-threatening accident. His trust in those around him shattered, leading to a series of mysteries and a shocking, violent conclusion.

Located in the remote area of the Tohoku region, Gounai Shindou manages a shop called Ogamiya, where he assists his customers with prayers to resolve their issues. Some of these issues even involve supernatural occurrences. Currently residing with his wife, Mayumi, Gounai encounters the enigmatic Kirishima Kanae once more. Additionally, a spiritual medium named Kobashi Mikoto presents a new problem that requires a solution.

Based on the manga series "Kishibe Rohan wa Ugokanai" by Araki Hirohiko.

Rakugo is often associated with comedic tales, but it also delves into the realm of horror stories. This particular work showcases performances that highlight "human fear" in an anthology style. The drama adaptation will feature four rakugo plays: "Kokoro", "Tatsumi's Tsuji Zou", "Konya Takao", and "Miyatogawa (upper / lower)". (wowow.co.jp)

Eight terrifying real-life accounts!

In director Kazuhiro Yokoyama's well-received horror series SENRITSU: GHOST HOTEL, the initial installment presents fifteen stories that may appear mildly peculiar initially but ultimately linger with a disquieting effect that intensifies over time. (Amazon Prime)

Located in a quaint old bookstore called "Yume Neko", girls who frequent the shop discover a mysterious novel suggested by the owner

Minamimaru Yoji, also known as Nanmaru, is a university student endowed with a special power enabling him to "generate tiny openings in any object

A collection of fantasy dramas that encompasses a range of creative ideas, enigmas, and suspenseful elements.

Detective Ango Ishikawa is known for his intelligence and sharp observational skills. He maintains excellent physical fitness and possesses a strong drive for success. Ango prioritizes his work above all else, with little presence of a personal life. Following a gunshot wound to the head at a crime scene, Ango teeters on the edge of life and death. From that point on, Ango gains the ability to communicate with and see the deceased.

A small theater group called "ENGINE" is currently rehearsing in a rundown building near Tsutenkaku Tower in Osaka. The group's young members, led by actress Yamaguchi Mai, are putting in extra effort to prepare for their upcoming performance in Tokyo. Their current production is "DICE," which is the troupe's most well-known work and was first staged a decade ago. The group's leader, Mr. Shigemori, is particularly excited about the Tokyo performance but is starting to feel dissatisfied with the rehearsals. However, everything changes when Mai comes across a VHS tape labeled "DICE" in the company's archives. This tape contains footage from the original performance ten years ago. After watching the tape, Mai and her friends start experiencing strange and unexplainable events around them.

After a former criminal was unexpectedly granted the ability to see spirits, his life took a dramatic turn. Spirits sought his assistance one by one, beginning with the deceased. What messages were they trying to convey to him?

During her visit to a quaint village for a news assignment, journalist Lu Qian Qian becomes inhabited by the spirit of a native sorceress. In a race against time, her companions strive to discover a method to release her from the possession.

Five students intrigued by a chilling tale, opt to embark on a journey to Kanchanaburi, a city and forest in Thailand with a history of strange occurrences. Unbeknownst to them, entering the eerie woods to craft horror stories and attaching their names to it is a guarantee of their demise.

A group of women who once shared a dormitory together are now in their thirties, facing challenges in their personal lives, careers, and marriages. An unexpected reunion brings them back together, but they soon realize that there are hidden complexities among them. The host of the gathering, Lin Ji (played by Fan Shiqi), receives a video from 15 years ago that belonged to their former roommate, Jiang Yuanyuan, who tragically took her own life that summer. In the video, Jiang mentions feeling betrayed by a close friend. The incident continues to haunt the women, especially when Lin Ji brings up Jiang's death during the reunion. As they try to leave, they discover that the door has been locked from the outside. The mystery of what truly happened that fateful summer and why Jiang Yuanyuan died unfolds as the night progresses.

"Oddities II" showcases unique and extraordinary items from around the globe, offering a glimpse into the diverse aspects of contemporary society. Whether it's a chilling tale of terror, an unconventional urban legend, or a mysterious supernatural occurrence... Each page presents a haunting narrative. (MyAsianArtist)