The 10 Most Horror Anime Series to Haunt Your Nights

Zee Media Bureau
Nov 20, 2023

Another

Enter the ominous world of Yomiyama North Middle School, where a mysterious curse takes hold, leading to gruesome and inexplicable deaths.

Tokyo Ghoul

In a Tokyo overrun by flesh-eating ghouls, Kaneki Ken undergoes a horrifying transformation after a chance encounter with one of these creatures.

Paranoia Agent

Directed by the acclaimed Satoshi Kon, "Paranoia Agent" weaves a psychological horror tale involving a mysterious assailant known as Shonen Bat.

Higurashi: When They Cry

Set in a seemingly peaceful village, "Higurashi" takes a dark turn as the characters become entangled in a sinister cycle of murder and madness.

Corpse Party: Tortured Souls

Adapted from the popular horror game, this anime follows a group of students trapped in a haunted school after performing a forbidden ritual.

Elfen Lied

Elfen Lied" combines elements of horror and tragedy as Lucy, a genetically modified girl with deadly powers, escapes from captivity. The series explores themes of humanity and brutality in a narrative filled with blood-curdling moments.

Shiki

In a small village plagued by a mysterious epidemic, "Shiki" explores the clash between humans and vampires.

Perfect Blue

Directed by Satoshi Kon, "Perfect Blue" is a psychological thriller that blurs the boundaries between reality and fantasy.

Mononoke

Following the Medicine Seller, a mysterious traveler, "Mononoke" delves into the supernatural as he confronts malevolent spirits known as Mononoke.

Yamishibai: Japanese Ghost Stories

Presented in the form of traditional paper theater, "Yamishibai" brings to life short horror stories rooted in Japanese folklore.

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