Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai 7

Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai 7 is a Japanese short horror anime series that continues the urban legend and folklore theme of the franchise. The stories unfold in a dilapidated apartment where a masked storyteller, using the traditional kamishibai (paper theater) format, narrates a series of chilling tales to his audience. The stories are based on Japanese urban legends and folklore, designed to deliver a suspenseful and terrifying experience. Season 7 includes stories about a woman tormented by her past sins, a man visiting a chilling art exhibit, a woman hearing strange noises from her veranda with her boyfriend, a woman receiving an urgent call from her sister, and a man searching for something in his sister’s room. These stories are filled with disturbing elements, highlighting the darker side of human nature and the unknown horrors that lurk in everyday life. The anime’s unique art style and tight narrative create a tense and unsettling atmosphere, successfully tapping into the audience’s fears. The series aired in the summer of 2019, is a part of the 'Yamishibai' franchise, and has gained popularity among horror anime enthusiasts.