Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai
Each week at dusk, a man in a yellow mask arrives at a nearby playground. Gather at his feet to listen and learn from the mysterious storyteller. He recounts tales of horror to his captive audience, each story darker and more sinister than the last. Drawing from traditional paper dramas, the stories weave myths, urban legends, and rumors from Japan’s long history of haunting tales.
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Episodes
1. Elevator Attendant
Released on Jul 14, 2024 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a girl who dreams of being an elevator attendant...
2. Message Board
Released on Jul 21, 2024 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a certain high school student who lives in the country...
3. Portrait
Released on Jul 28, 2024 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a girl who dreams of being an old-fashioned idol...
4. Happy Girl Mushroom Tea
Released on Aug 4, 2024 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a girl who's looking for a simple way to lose weight...
5. Moving-In Soba
Released on Aug 11, 2024 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a college student who's having trouble with his living expenses...
6. Drive-In
Released on Aug 18, 2024 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a pair of men who met at a drive-in...
7. 8mm
Released on Aug 25, 2024 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a group of friends putting together a video to play at a wedding ceremony...
8. Laughing Bag
Released on Sep 1, 2024 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a girl who's started a job at an old folks home...
9. Peephole
Released on Sep 8, 2024 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a man who's visiting a certain hot springs district...
10. Atonashi
Released on Sep 15, 2024 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a pair of men who's hobby is visiting haunted spots...
11. String Lottery
Released on Sep 22, 2024 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a child who took a detour on his way home from school...
12. Classic Hotel
Released on Sep 29, 2024 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a man who's started working at a prestigious, long-running hotel...
13. Dreaming of That Day
Released on Oct 6, 2024 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a high schooler who's friend has gone missing.
14. My Girlfriend
Released on Jan 5, 2025 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a couple who recently started dating.
15. Hand's Hands
Released on Jan 12, 2025 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a girl who helped herself to another's things...
16. The Dawn Girl
Released on Jan 19, 2025 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a statue that was erected in a park...
17. The Nightjar's Nest
Released on Jan 26, 2025 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a man who is searching for his missing sister.
18. Paprika
Released on Feb 2, 2025 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a man who bought his childhood home.
19. Lies and Truth
Released on Feb 9, 2025 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a man who suddenly finds himself offering counsel...
20. Used Car
Released on Feb 16, 2025 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a man who loves cars, and his family.
21. Crane
Released on Feb 23, 2025 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a man who is living through hard times...
22. Desire Release
Released on Mar 2, 2025 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a boy who has transferred to a rural elementary school...
23. Defense Attorney
Released on Mar 9, 2025 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a man hired to defend a certain fellow...
24. Shared Inheritance
Released on Mar 16, 2025 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a man who's returned to his hometown, for a friend's funeral...
25. Sunk People
Released on Mar 23, 2025 at 12:45 pm
This is the story of a reporter, who is investigating a certain missing person...