Were ghost stories successful in Japan?

" Confession " was a long mystery novel about juvenile delinquency. The story revolved around a female middle school teacher who raised her daughter alone, only to find out that her daughter had been killed by two students in her class. The novel unfolded from different angles, revealing the truth of the incident, exploring the illogical aspects of the Law on the Protection of Minors, as well as the bad social environment factors that teenagers grew up in. This novel took revenge as the theme, showing the revenge actions of different characters such as the avenger, the murderer, and the murderer's family. It sparked the question of who was the culprit among teachers, parents, and students. It also discussed whether violence against violence was the protection of good or the promotion of evil.

I think it wasn't that successful. The dub didn't quite capture the essence and spookiness of the original.

I'm not sure specifically as I haven't read this collection. But generally, they might be about traditional Japanese ghosts like yurei, with themes of revenge, lost love, and unfinished business.

Okinawa's ghost stories often incorporate elements of local history and culture. For example, many involve the spirits of ancient warriors or the victims of historical events.

One common element is the presence of vengeful spirits. In many Japanese ghost stories, like 'Yotsuya Kaidan', the spirits come back to take revenge on those who wronged them during their lives. Another element is the use of specific locations. For example, old wells, abandoned houses, or lonely forests are often the settings for these ghostly tales, as in 'Banchō Sarayashiki' where the well is a central part of the story.

Maybe it's because the cultural background and values in Japan changed, and people weren't as interested in that kind of story anymore.

Maybe it's because the cultural background and storytelling style didn't resonate with the Japanese audience.

In Japan, people often have a strong fascination with ghost stories. They are a significant part of Japanese culture. Many Japanese are intrigued by the spooky and mysterious elements in ghost stories. For example, during summer, there are 'hyakumonogatari kaidankai' which is a gathering to tell one hundred ghost stories. People get a thrill out of sharing and listening to these tales, and it has become a traditional activity that reflects their acceptance and interest in the supernatural aspects of ghost stories.

One common Japan tsunami ghost story is about the spirits of those who perished in the tsunami being seen along the shorelines. Some say they can be glimpsed at twilight, still in the clothes they wore when the disaster struck, wandering aimlessly as if looking for something or someone they lost.

There's the story of 'Teke Teke'. It's about a girl who was cut in half by a train. Her ghost now haunts the railway tracks, dragging her upper body and making a 'teke teke' sound as she moves. 'Bakeneko' is another. It's a shape - shifting cat - spirit. In some tales, it can transform into a human - like form and cause mischief or worse in households.