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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!

Every installment features three enigmatic events experienced by funeral directors. Presented by Jyunji Inagawa. (MDL)

Fear emanates from deep within us. The collection of eight tales will delve into various settings such as a medical facility, a grand estate, an academic scholar's life, a therapist skilled in hypnosis, an enigmatic elder, a murderer on the loose, an antique camera lens, and an opulent hotel. These narratives will intertwine through a common thread. Captured using cinematic cameras to deliver unsettling visuals that will test viewers' bravery. Most significantly, amidst the terror lies a profound message to contemplate.

Have you ever experienced a moment where you felt like your life was in danger? Perhaps you were shocked, terrified, amused, or even came close to death. This top-notch television series explores such near-death encounters in various scenarios. Delve into the mystery behind the benevolence of a wealthy man who bears a striking resemblance to you. Witness the series of unfortunate events that befall an unsuspecting homemaker. Follow the story of an office employee who receives distressing news about her mother's passing, only to later discover that her mother is alive and well. Watch as three high school students face a menacing creature at an ancient countryside lodge. Through a blend of human drama, romance, comedy, horror, and suspense, this diverse drama series showcases the tales of individuals who have all thought they were on the brink of death.

The SPIRIT MYSTERY ZONE showcases chilling horror stories featured in Nippon TV's Nittelegenic television special from 2014.

A horror anthology program featuring ten filmmakers who showcase their directing talents through strange tales from Korea, Asia, and Europe. Nonetheless, the settings and timeframes of these narratives are situated in Korea.

The theme of darkness is explored in 5 different stories. In "Children at the Hospital," a high school girl named Hayama Suzuka encounters a mysterious girl in the hospital who has a deadly ability. "The Room with Pigeons" follows university student Mochizuki Shunpei as he experiences strange occurrences while watching over a friend's room. "Passenger" tells the tale of a taxi driver, Yura Shohei, who picks up a suspicious female passenger with a chilling destination in mind. "Kazuo" delves into the story of Fujiwara Kengo, who gets entangled with loan sharks and encounters a boy named Kazuo with a haunting presence. Finally, "Doll Village" follows the video distribution group Unlimiters as they investigate a legendary village with terrifying consequences.

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.

The internet's expansion has made social media an integral aspect of daily life for many individuals

A compilation of tales shared by high school girls in Shibuya, Tokyo, either based on their own experiences or stories they have heard. The show includes a mix of real footage and dramatizations of these accounts. Are these urban legends based on truth? Explore the Curse List and find out.

"Kaidan - Horror Classics" showcases chilling tales penned by acclaimed contemporary Japanese authors Yasunari Kawabata, Osamu Dazai, Akutagawa Ryunosuke, & Saisei Muro. Episode 1: One Arm / Kataude / Episode 2: The Leafy Cherry Tree and Magic Flute / Hazakura to Mateki / Episode 3: The Nose / Hana / Episode 4: Latter Days / Nochi no Hi /

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.

Suicide, sadism, insanity, betrayal, revenge, and stalking curses are all present in the depths of unimaginable hatred within the chilling tales of DEEP DARKNESS. Are you ready to confront these terrifying stories of death? Welcome to the world of DEEP DARKNESS.

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.

Dread Mailbox is a television show that is inspired by the submissions and anecdotes of audience members, documented via the hotline number 1855-0666. These tales can range from actual encounters to urban legends or supernatural tales. The hotline remains operational, and the network urges viewers to keep submitting their stories for consideration. Individuals whose stories are selected for the show are rewarded with a pair of airpods. (studio lululala's YouTube channel)

A chilling drama that unsettlingly portrays the yearnings of humanity.

"Horror Monday" presents a compilation of five terrifying tales told by the AI Speaker of the main character

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 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.

The souls of individuals who pass away in tragic and remorseful circumstances remain present in the earthly realm. Rio Sakaki embarks on a journey to a town in Niigata Prefecture in search of her missing older sister. The only clue she has is the cryptic notes her sister left behind, detailing sinister spirits, a demonic swordsman, and 13 locations where malevolent entities were believed to have caused heinous events.

Kuroishi Koji is known for directing horror movies. He decides to film a documentary and, accompanied by assistant director Ichikawa Miho, travels to a remote home deep in the mountains. They encounter Miyoshi Maria, a beautiful woman who appears to be going through a turbulent time mentally. Miyoshi Maria reveals herself as a fan of Kuroishi Koji's work. During their stay at Miyoshi Maria's home, Ichikawa Miho witnesses strange and unexpected events.

During a radio program, a listener asks for a live broadcast from the amusement park where her family used to visit before it closes down. However, the listener, who is a mother, has an ulterior motive - she wants to use the broadcast to track down the person responsible for her daughter's murder five years ago. Hanaoka, the writer of the broadcast, senses that something is off about the request, but he can't quite figure out what it is. As the live broadcast begins, mysterious individuals wearing masks start appearing in the amusement park, indicating that the program has unwittingly set the stage for a horrifying incident about to unfold.

A comedic horror drama featuring monstrous beings that emerge at the hours of 24 and 25. This series is also referred to as "GS25," inspired by the name of the convenience store 'GS25'. (HanCinema)

Wu Yi Juan's life took a positive turn when she found companionship in her husband and learned she was pregnant, while her sister was also set to return home. Unfortunately, her joy turned to despair when she experienced a miscarriage and her sister went missing. As she struggles to cope with her grief and confusion, she starts to question her reality, unsure if she is haunted by her past losses or if she is losing her sanity.

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

The creators of Tomie and director Oikawa Ataru present a series of chilling horror stories in a new drama. Set in an aged apartment building, various terrifying events unfold. Each story focuses on a different young woman facing horrifying experiences, yet a common thread ties them all together. (DramaWiki)

Takahashi Ai has been cast as the main character, a newscaster, in the horror drama Juhou 2405 Watashi ga Shinu Wake.

This is a live-action adaptation of the well-known horror anime "Yamishibai." A mysterious elderly man wearing a yellow mask (referred to as the kamishibaiya or kamishibai narrator) appears every week at 5 p.m. in a children's playground to share ghost stories inspired by Japanese myths and urban legends. Using a traditional kamishibai on the back of his bicycle, the man narrates three stories in each episode.

On the day of her marriage to Jeon Gyul, Su Yeon is abruptly seized by soldiers. When she comes back to her hometown, she encounters allegations of being a "returnee woman" and has to deal with the challenges presented by her in-laws.

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

"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)

The creative series covers a range of genres including suspense, horror, comedy, and fantasy, delivering quirky and strange tales that explore the absurdity of life in the bustling city of Hong Kong.

The book consists of seven interconnected short stories, each tied together by the common theme of the number 7

In a hospital situated on the edge of the city, a series of mysterious events unfold involving a nurse. The nurse becomes the subject of suspicion in connection to some disturbing incidents and soon realizes that her own safety is at risk.

Dark City tells the story of sinister entities and beings crossing over from an alternate dimension into our reality after a group of students dabble with a Oujia board. (HK TV Drama)

Shinyoji, Abe Haruaki, takes an active role in paying tribute to various spirits in the Heian period. The main theme of this play revolves around the emotions of women, which are depicted in each story. The stories include "Genshou," "the Oni," "Superstition," "Iron Ring (Lasso)," "Ruchi," "Onikomachi," "In response to de," "Yuki Onino-Michi," and "The demons of mind."

Actor Yosuke Sugino, despite his lack of comfort with horror, receives an opportunity to star in a horror film. After hearing about "Mysterious Sake" from manga artist Toru Seino during a guest appearance on his radio show, Sugino learns that the drink is said to be more effective on those who are easily frightened. Intrigued, Sugino decides to try "Mysterious Sake" as suggested. Each time he drinks it, a ghost storyteller emerges and shares a chilling tale with Sugino.

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

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)