Yurei: The Japanese Ghost by Zack Davisson

Yurei: The Japanese Ghost examines the place of ghosts in Japanese stories and cultural life. Zack Davisson moves from his own experiences to research and translations of older ghost tales, considering why these figures remain compelling in Japan and beyond.

Color images accompany the discussion of yurei and their continuing influence. This is an exploration of ghost lore and belief, not a single fictional novel or evidence establishing the existence of spirits. It offers readers cultural context alongside stories of the supernatural.