Japanese horror dramas are seriously underrated and with the Halloween vibes setting in, there was no way we were going to miss out on them! While Japan is very commonly associated with its anime and movie culture, and maybe even some shows, when it comes to the horror genre, many are missing out on some very thrilling shows. So this Halloween, we are looking into some Japanese horror dramas that you need to check out as soon as possible.
Now without further delay, here’s what we’ve got for you in this list!
6 Japanese Horror Dramas for You!
Gannibal
We starting this list with a banger and this is the drama that you need to watch ASAP if you are a horror fan! This psychological thriller in horror brings the perfect vibes for Halloween and you are going to enjoy every bit of the plot presented to you. Beware, you might end up binging this one so prepare yourself well.
The plot of the show revolves around a young police officer posted in a remote village. Things seem normal at first but he soon realises that there is something wrong with the village and the people living in it. As he begins to search for what is missing, he finds himself trapped in a whirlpool of mysteries, deaths, and something more.
Kishibe Rohan wa Ugokanai
Next is a series of different horror stories accompanied by elements of mystery and supernatural. This is another show that will leave you impressed and lamenting over what you have been missing this whole time. Bringing in interesting cases with each episode, this is a show that you do not want to miss out on.
The plot revolves around a protagonist who is faced with different cases in each episode. As he uses his sharp mind to investigate the various cases, join him on an adventure like no other.
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Youkai Sharehouse
Welcoming you to a house of horrors, this is a show that will not only scare you but will also give you moments filled with laughter. This show will keep you on your toes while bringing the best of the supernatural, haunting, and comedy, like no other. So sit tight and prepare yourself for an entertaining journey with this one.
The plot revolves around a young woman hit by misfortune from everywhere. However, coming to her rescue is not a prince in shining armour but yokai (supernatural beings) who get together to try and solve her problems. But she is scared of them; so how will this ever work?
Uzukawamura Jiken
This is a gripping horror show that will leave you on a binge-watching streak until you reach the end. The story is well written which is why you are left hooked on the show for quite a while. While the plot gets intriguing with each episode, the mysteries revealed at every point will make you want to keep continuing.
The plot revolves around a man whose wife goes missing. While on the lookout for her, he reaches her village with his young daughter. However, he is trapped there due to heavy rains and is soon pulled into a power struggle. As chaos ensues in the village, how will he deal with the people there and save his daughter?
Shokuzai
This is another gripping story but with elements of child and sexual abuse that will leave you struck. Horror doesn’t always mean ghosts and monsters, but can go beyond these beings and come creeping slowly. Bringing the curse of a grieving mother, this story will leave you stunned as you quickly engross yourself in it.
The plot revolves around the murder of a young girl whose abused corpse is found by four of her classmates. However, believing that they are hiding the identity of the culprits, the girl’s grieving mother curses them. This begins a series of events that forces these girls into adulthood.
Crow’s Blood
Bringing a good addition to your Halloween watchlist is what we want to do and this is one of the shows that is perfect. Bringing some gore and mystery without the jump scares is a kind of thrill that never fails. Adding on to it is a thrilling adventure and as an incident changes the lives of many in a school where comes an eccentric girl with black blood.
The plot revolves around a new transfer student who has black blood flowing through her veins. Upon her entry into the school, many mysterious events begin taking place and we are set on an adventure to uncover these oddities.
Which of these dramas is going into your watchlist? Let us know in the comments below!