Ushiro no Hyakutarou

📖 SYNOPSIS

"Ushiro no Hyakutarou" is a horror OVA adaptation of Jirou Tsunoda's manga. The anime follows Ichitarou Ushiro, a young boy who finds himself entangled in various terrifying occurrences. Fortunately, Ichitarou is not alone; he is accompanied by Hyakutarou, his guardian spirit, who assists him in dealing with the horrifying phenomena. The OVA consists of two episodes, each presenting a unique and unsettling scenario. The title, which translates roughly to "Hyakutarou behind," hints at the central role of the spirit in Ichitarou's life and the pervasive nature of the supernatural threats. The anime explores themes of fear, the unknown, and the relationship between the living and the spectral realm.