Uzumaki

In the quiet town of Kurouzu-cho, Kirie Goshima’s peaceful life is disrupted when her boyfriend, Shuuichi Saito, notices his father’s unsettling fixation on spiral shapes. This harmless-seeming obsession soon takes a sinister turn, as the spirals begin to manifest throughout the town in terrifying and inexplicable ways. From grotesque transformations to mind-bending phenomena, the spiral’s influence drives the residents into chaos and madness. As the town becomes consumed by the haunting power of the spiral, Kirie and Shuuichi struggle to escape its horrifying grip.

Tomie

Emerging from the shadows of collective trauma, the students confront an impossible nightmare when their brutally murdered classmate Tomie Kawakami reappears, defying death with a supernatural resilience that challenges the boundaries of reality. Her unnatural beauty becomes a curse that infects those around her, triggering an endless cycle of obsession, violence, and regeneration. No matter how violently she is dismembered or destroyed, Tomie returns—an immortal force of manipulation and cruelty that transforms everyone she encounters into agents of her own dark will.

Shiver – Junji Ito Story Collection

Beneath the veneer of suburban normalcy, Yuuji becomes entangled in a nightmarish mystery surrounding his neighbor Rina, a young girl trapped in her home by a terrifying illness that covers her skin with deep, disturbing holes. As Rina claims to be swarming with invisible bugs and giggles ominously in her overgrown garden, Yuuji is haunted by a forgotten childhood memory of his grandfather’s similarly consumed body—a grotesque secret his family insisted was merely a hallucination. The story unravels a terrifying narrative of hereditary horror that blurs the lines between reality and nightmare, revealing a transformation that defies comprehension and exposes the horrifying truths lurking beneath the surface of everyday life.

Gyo

Amid a seemingly idyllic trip to Okinawa, Tadashi and his girlfriend Kaori stumble upon a grotesque and unexplainable phenomenon—a fish equipped with mechanical legs crawling onto the shore. Soon, more sea creatures emerge, driven by a sinister and overpowering stench that rapidly spreads. As the aquatic invasion intensifies, Tadashi and Kaori are thrust into a nightmarish struggle against the bizarre and horrifying forces overtaking the land. Together, they must unravel the chilling mystery of the walking fish and the deadly gas before it engulfs everything in its path.

Smashed – Junji Ito Story Collection

Within the pages of Smashed, a series of unsettling tales unfolds, where the ordinary is corrupted by supernatural forces and unspeakable horrors. From a mysterious nectar that incites an insatiable frenzy to inexplicable phenomena that defy understanding, each story pushes its characters to the brink of terror. As grotesque transformations and relentless dread take hold, the fragile boundary between reality and nightmare begins to crumble. This haunting collection delves into the darkest corners of the human psyche, revealing the chilling consequences of confronting the unknown.

Deserter – Junji Ito Story Collection

Deserter is a collection of unsettling stories where the boundaries of reality are shattered, and the macabre lurks in the most unexpected places. Each tale delves into the lives of ordinary people caught in extraordinary and horrifying situations—whether it’s a man who discovers an eerie connection between his past and the grotesque happenings in his town or a soldier haunted by unspeakable horrors. With his signature blend of psychological horror and grotesque imagery, Junji Ito crafts a chilling narrative that explores isolation, fear, and the terrifying unknown. In Deserter, the line between the living and the dead becomes disturbingly blurred.

Lovesickness – Junji Ito Story Collection

Lovesickness weaves a disturbing tapestry of stories where love becomes a twisted force that warps both mind and body. From obsessive infatuations that lead to horrifying consequences to the grotesque transformations love can cause, each tale reveals how passion can drive people to the brink of madness. As characters become entangled in their darkest desires, they find themselves trapped in a nightmare of their own making. With his signature blend of unsettling imagery and psychological horror, Junji Ito explores the terrifying, often uncontrollable nature of love in this chilling collection.

Frankenstein – Junji Ito Story Collection

Frankenstein takes on new, horrifying dimensions as Junji Ito reimagines Mary Shelley’s iconic tale. Ito’s masterful use of chiaroscuro brings to life the anguished monster and the tormented creator, Victor Frankenstein, amplifying the chilling themes of isolation and unchecked ambition. The story explores the terrifying consequences of playing god and the unrelenting horror that follows. Alongside this reworked classic, the collection features six unsettling tales of Oshikiri, a high school student trapped in a decaying mansion linked to a haunted parallel world, where doppelgangers and tragic fates await.

Venus in the Blind Spot

Venus in the Blind Spot is a captivating collection of Junji Ito’s most remarkable short stories, showcasing his unmatched ability to evoke terror. Included is his haunting adaptation of Rampo Edogawa’s classic tale Human Chair, along with the fan-favorite The Enigma of Amigara Fault. This deluxe edition features special color pages and illustrations from Ito’s acclaimed long-form manga No Longer Human, offering readers a deeper immersion into his nightmarish worlds. Each chilling narrative pulls readers into a universe where horror lurks in the most unexpected places, highlighting Ito’s mastery of fear and suspense.

Remina

Remina tells the terrifying tale of an unknown planet that emerges from a wormhole, discovered by Dr. Oguro, who names it after his daughter, Remina. What begins as a celebrated astronomical discovery soon spirals into chaos, as the planet accelerates through space, destroying stars and planets in its path. As Earth faces impending extinction, questions arise—could the girl Remina be the true cause of the cosmic catastrophe? In this masterwork of horror, Junji Ito explores fear on an unimaginable scale, blending cosmic terror with the chilling consequences of an innocent name becoming a harbinger of doom.

Junji Ito’s Cat Diary – Yon & Mu

Junji Ito’s Cat Diary – Yon & Mu follows the real-life adventures of Junji Ito as he navigates the challenges of becoming a cat owner. When J-kun, the manga artist, moves into a new house with his fiancée, A-ko, he is unexpectedly introduced to her two cats: the ghastly-looking Yon and the adorable Norwegian forest cat, Mu. Despite being a dog person, J-kun finds himself slowly won over by their quirky personalities. The story humorously chronicles his struggles and experiences as he tries to win the affection of his new feline companions, with plenty of odd and comical moments along the way.

Dissolving Classroom

Dissolving Classroom delves into the disturbing and darkly comedic lives of two twisted siblings: Yuuma, a young man consumed by an obsession with the devil, and Chizumi, his malicious little sister. Wherever they go, their presence triggers tragic and terrifying events, with each story revealing the horrific fallout of their actions. Through shocking and grotesque scenarios, the manga offers a literal interpretation of the societal ills that haunt the modern world, blending horror with biting social commentary in Junji Ito’s signature unsettling style.

Sensor

Sensor follows a woman who finds herself walking alone at the foot of Mount Sengoku, where a mysterious man claims he has been waiting for her and invites her to a nearby village. Upon arrival, she is shocked to find the village covered in hairlike volcanic glass fibers that shine with a golden hue. As night falls, the villagers engage in a strange custom of gazing at the starry sky, but their peaceful ritual is soon interrupted by a terrifying shower of unidentified flying objects, signaling the beginning of a nightmare. The story unfolds into a chilling tale of terror, as the village’s eerie atmosphere and the supernatural forces at play spiral out of control.

Tombs – Junji Ito Story Collection

Tombs delves into the unsettling and bizarre, with Junji Ito weaving a series of chilling tales where the line between the living and the dead becomes increasingly distorted. A brother and sister, after a tragic accident, find themselves trapped in a town dominated by rows of strange, lifeless tombstones, their fate sealed by the ominous presence of death. In another story, a girl’s horrifying transformation into a slug-like creature renders her silent, while her friend desperately tries to save her. Meanwhile, a young man moves into a new town, only to discover that his grotesque neighbor, with a single window, calls to him each night, drawing him into a terrifying enigma. Each tale in this collection builds a creeping sense of dread, pushing the boundaries of horror into the eerie and unknown.

The Liminal Zone

The Liminal Zone follows a couple whose lives are forever changed after encountering a “weeping woman” at a funeral, leaving Mako unable to stop crying. In another story, a couple enters Aokigahara, the infamous suicide forest, intending to die together, only to discover a shocking and otherworldly force that defies their expectations. Each tale explores the eerie and unsettling boundaries between life, death, and the supernatural.

Soichi – Junji Ito Story Collection

Soichi – Junji Ito Story Collection centers on the disturbing antics of Soichi, a mischievous and malevolent boy with a penchant for causing trouble. In each story, Soichi’s dark behavior leads to horrifying and often grotesque outcomes, whether it’s tormenting his family, making strange pacts, or using supernatural means to satisfy his twisted desires. With Junji Ito’s signature blend of horror and dark humor, the collection dives into the terrifying consequences of Soichi’s wicked schemes.

Black Paradox

Black Paradox follows four people—Maruso, Taburo, Pii-tan, and Baracchi—who meet on a suicide website, each burdened by their own personal torments. Seeking the perfect death, they join forces, only to encounter a bizarre and terrifying fate that twists their search for escape into something far more horrifying. As their journey unfolds, the line between life and death becomes disturbingly blurred.

Alley – Junji Ito Story Collection

Alley features a series of chilling stories, including one where a young man hears children playing outside his boarding house, despite the alley below his window being completely fenced off. In another, a young woman notices her family acting increasingly strange, and when she begins having bizarre dreams, she seeks refuge with her aunt in a town that seems to exist outside of reality, with no roads or addresses. The collection also introduces a sinister all-you-can-eat ice cream bus that hides a dark secret. Each tale is a disturbing journey into the uncanny, showcasing Junji Ito’s signature style of horror.

Mimi’s Tales of Terror

Mimi’s Tales of Terror follows university student Mimi and her boyfriend Naoto as they encounter unsettling mysteries, including a strange neighbor woman dressed in black, eyes watching Mimi from a cemetery, and a red circle on a basement wall that changes daily. Each story unravels a chilling supernatural enigma, drawing them deeper into terror.

Stitches

Stitches presents a collection of unsettling and bizarre stories, including one where a tumor shaped like a man’s face slowly moves across a woman’s body, a strange phenomenon where the sea shoots glowing balls into the sky, and a girl dressed for a holiday whose face is completely blank—no eyes, no nose, just a terrifying emptiness. Each tale dives into the grotesque and surreal, showcasing Junji Ito’s talent for combining body horror with psychological dread, leaving readers with a sense of lingering unease.

Itou Junji Kyoufu Manga Collection

Itou Junji Kyoufu Manga Collection is a compilation of Junji Ito’s most disturbing and unsettling short stories, showcasing his mastery of horror and the bizarre. The collection features a variety of tales, each with its own grotesque and surreal premise, from twisted transformations and nightmarish creatures to chilling psychological terror. Stories include grotesque body horror, eerie encounters with the supernatural, and disturbing explorations of human fears. As with all of Ito’s works, the collection combines visceral terror with intricate, unsettling imagery, making it a must-read for fans of horror manga.