Ura-Tōkyō no Osoroshi Dokoro #2

Ura-Tōkyō no Osoroshi Dokoro, or Hidden Tokyo's Terrifying Places, is a niche Japanese horror publication series that emerged during the late 20th-century boom of urban legend and occult literature in Japan. Issue number two continues the series' signature approach of blending localized folklore, investigative journalism, and atmospheric photography to document sites rumored to be haunted or cursed within the Tokyo metropolitan area.

The editorial style of the series leans heavily into the 'jitsuwa kaidan' or true ghost story tradition, emphasizing a gritty, documentary-like presentation. By focusing on mundane, off-the-beaten-path locations rather than famous landmarks, the publication aims to unsettle readers by suggesting that the supernatural resides in the unremarkable corners of their own commute. Its design is deliberately stark, often utilizing grainy black-and-white imagery to enhance a sense of unease and authenticity.