Welcome to Episode 19 of Kaidan Japanese Scary Stories! This week we will be presenting two stories, one short story and one story from Nakayama Kota(中山 功太) . Hope you enjoy!

(Trigger Warning): The 2nd story in this episode discusses suicide and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is suicidal, please, contact your physician, go to your local ER, or call the suicide prevention hotline in your country. For the United States, the numbers are as follows:

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255), or message the Crisis Text Line at 741741. Both programs provide free, confidential support 24/7.