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Horror Story

A phone glows at the foot of a bed in the dead of night, with a shadowy figure standing in the background — key visual for the horror short “Calls at 2AM” from A Haunted Kaidan Tale.

Hey, has this ever happened to you guys?
Getting a phone call at 2AM. Every single night.

I mean, that’s no ...

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A stern man in a dark suit stands inside a dim elevator, lit ominously — key visual for the horror short “After-Hours Cleaning” from A Haunted Kaidan Tale.
The Beginning of the Rumor

My workplace is a small advertising agency in Tokyo.
With just over a dozen employees, ...

Horror Story

A man stares into a mirror, where a sinister figure with scissors grins back — key visual for the horror short “The Face That Was Forgotten” from A Haunted Kaidan Tale.
Beginning: The Shop Sunk into Night

On my way home from work, I noticed something.
Down a narrow alley just past t ...

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A fierce Japanese Oni with glowing eyes and prominent horns stands near a glowing ancient shrine in a shadowy forest, while a young man holds a glowing stone with determination.

The Forbidden Land Known as ‘Ogre Mountain

At the outskirts of the village loomed a mountain, one that had been ...

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A serene ocean surface under a starry night sky with a small boat in the distance. Below the surface, a glowing blue abyss radiates light into the dark depths, surrounded by shadowy humanoid figures and glowing-eyed creatures.

The Dream of the Abyss

Takuya, a graduate student, was part of a marine research team conducting a seabed survey along ...

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A mysterious and eerie scene of a red torii gate in a foggy forest. A traditional Japanese shrine maiden (miko) in a white kimono and red hakama stands beneath the torii, with glowing red eyes and an unsettling expression. Stone lanterns line the pathway, and a fox statue with glowing red eyes adds to the haunting atmosphere.

An Uneasy Feeling Lurking in Everyday Life

Kenichi, a university student, had a peculiar hobby: scouring for obscure a ...

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A dimly lit Japanese temple courtyard at night, centered on a traditional bell tower with eerie shadows cast by lanterns and surrounding trees, evoking a mysterious atmosphere.

The Shadow of the Bell Tower

Hey, have you ever heard of this? A story about the 108th bell. You know, the bell that r ...

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A haunting Christmas-themed illustration depicting a red shadow shaped like Santa Claus disappearing into a dimly lit, snowy town square adorned with sparkling lights and a large Christmas tree, blending festive cheer with an eerie atmosphere.

The Town Where Santas Disappear

Hey, have you ever heard the story? In this town, every Christmas Eve, people dressed ...

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The legendary katana rests under the cherry blossoms, its blade whispering of forgotten curses.

The Birth of a Cursed Sword

Long ago, during an era when the samurai class was embroiled in endless wars, peace was bu ...

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A cracked antique mirror with an ornate wooden frame reflecting a shadowy, glowing figure reaching out. The setting features a dimly lit traditional Japanese room with tatami mats, shoji screens, and a candle-lit lantern, enhancing the eerie atmosphere.

The Strange Phenomenon in the Mirror

There are moments when an ordinary life quietly begins to crumble. Mayu, a univer ...