

Maybe that’s what makes these stories so satisfying to me. These unfortunate ‘everyman’ characters really don’t know what they’re in for! Ito has a unique narrative style that compliments his bizarre stories, elevating the strangeness of the supernatural events above the common, everyday individuals experiencing them. His art style is always detailed, and his stories strange. Nate I truly enjoy the horror stories of Junji Ito.

If you’ve been clamoring for sleepless nights and a sudden urge to change your pants, this book is for you. Another highlight is The Earthbound for it’s story, something I don't usually say about Junji Ito. Be sure to read The Secret of the Haunted Mansion for the one of the scariest page turns ever. It’s hard for me to get scared by manga (it’s not the visceral experience like movies) but Ito manages to make me stay up at night. The 13 stories range from horror classics to fun Ito zaniness. WillMore Junji Ito is always welcome, and that’s what we get in Smashed. Smashed Junji Ito Story Collection Manga Review
