Smashed – Junji Ito Story Collection brings together a series of bizarre and unsettling stories where the boundaries of reality and horror collide. The tales in this collection explore the terrifying consequences of seemingly innocuous actions, such as a mysterious fruit that causes people to violently break apart, or a deadly game of tag that turns grotesque. Each story is infused with Junji Ito’s signature blend of psychological terror, body horror, and surrealism, leaving readers with a lingering sense of dread.
Through his masterful artwork and twisted narratives, Ito creates a world where the ordinary becomes nightmarish. Smashed highlights his ability to evoke unease through both the eerie and the absurd, making it a must-read for fans of horror manga who enjoy the unexpected and the macabre.