The first-and throughline-story from his Lovesickness collection is a great example of just that. Lovecraft.Ito often writes of love and how it can curse us.
This work from Ito has been praised for its captivating art and intriguing story and is often compared to the nightmarish works of fellow horror author, H.P. Upon her arrival, she is greeted with the magical "angel hair" which the villagers refer to as "Amagami" and begins to uncover the secrets that lie within both the isolated village and the significance of her arrival. Kyoko, uncertain of the purpose of her trip to the mountain herself, finds herself drawn to the mountain and the little town that resides there. Initially follows the young and beautiful Miss Kyoko Byakuya and her curious trip to Sengoku Mountain where she meets a mysterious man that seems to know a little too much about her. While many of Ito's stories are plot-driven, focusing on the happenings rather than the people involved, Sensor was Ito's successful attempt at writing a more character-driven story instead. Sensor, also known by the name "Travelogue Of The Succubus" recently got its long-deserved stand-alone release in North America in 2021 with beautiful yet chilling cover art to greet its readers. Meanwhile, any returning fans can check if their favorite Ito works are included this time around or simply check to see if there are any new spooky hidden gems to read in the dark. Any horror fans that are new to Ito's vast array of works may feel a bit overwhelmed, so this list may serve as a great starting off point. Updated on January 11, 2022, by Christine Mendoza: With more and more of Junji Ito's manga from the past getting their English publications in North America and other places outside of Japan, readers are quick to check out their local bookstores to grab their own physical copies, hot off the presses. For any new horror fans that may not know where to start, here are a few of Junji Ito's scariest manga to witness first-hand how Ito ingeniously blurs the line between true horror and paralyzing beauty.ĭisclaimer: Some of the imagery used in Ito's works tend to focus on body horror and may not be suitable for those that are sensitive to gore. His distinct art style and aesthetic are easily recognizable at a glance. Ito's works are well-known among many manga fans. RELATED: Hideo Kojima & Junji Ito Collaboration: Ito Stories Worthy Of A Horror Game Adaptation (& Some To Stay Away From) Horror manga artist Junji Ito is a master of utilizing his beautiful artwork in unique ways that send chills through readers' spines after every flip of a page. Unlike the medium of film or television, manga can't rely on loud sounds or jump scares to get the best of their audience. However, every once in a while it's nice to take a break and delve into horror to get a fill of spooks and scares. The world of manga is often a beautiful place, filled with fantasy, escapism, and endless possibilities.
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