Itou Junji: Maniac May 2026

If you love stories where the mundane turns into a nightmare—like a town filled with mysterious tombstones or a woman obsessed with statues of herself—this series is a must-watch. Dive Deeper Into the Horror

Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre – A Blog Post Itou Junji: Maniac

: One of Ito's most famous and surreal tales, Kubitsuri Kikyuu , is featured, where giant floating heads haunt their human counterparts. If you love stories where the mundane turns

If the anime leaves you wanting more, many of these stories are based on manga collections available through VIZ Media, including Tomie , Shiver , and Smashed . : The series adapts fan favorites like the

: The series adapts fan favorites like the regenerative, beautiful, and terrifying Tomie and the mischievous, nail-biting Souichi Tsujii .

: From the psychological dread of a twisted obsession to the visceral discomfort of body horror, this collection covers the full spectrum of Junji Ito's mastery. Why You Should Watch

Adapting Junji Ito’s intricate and detailed art style is a monumental task. While past adaptations like the Junji Ito Collection (2018) had mixed reviews, offers a fresh look at 20 stories, many of which have never been animated before.