Xan ventures into the unsettling world of Grim Night Tales by Yamayu with art by Kensei Hokamoto,

a horror anthology praised by none other than Junji Ito himself. Based on two decades of collected real-life hauntings from across Japan, this Seven Seas Entertainment release promises spine-tingling terror. Does it live up to the hype? We break down the basic setup and share our honest thoughts.

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In This Episode:

  • An overview of this horror anthology's structure and the tales within.

  • Xan's thoughts on whether the chilling artwork and stories deliver genuine fear.

  • The latest manga releases from this week.

  • Hype for our upcoming Animazement 2026 convention report!

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Music Credits:

"Trendsetter" by Mood Maze (via Uppbeat) License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES

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