Venus in the blind spot

Junji Ito’s Venus in the Blind Spot is a chilling horror anthology by the legendary manga artist Junji Ito, known for his masterful blend of the grotesque and the surreal. This collection features some of Ito's most iconic and unsettling short stories, each delving into the depths of psychological terror, supernatural phenomena, and human obsession.

The titular story, Venus in the Blind Spot, explores distorted perceptions and haunting beauty in a tale of love turned horrifyingly wrong. Other standout stories include The Enigma of Amigara Fault, where a mysterious mountainside filled with human-shaped holes draws people into its eerie embrace, and The Human Chair, a disturbing reinterpretation of Edogawa Ranpo’s classic tale of hidden obsession.

With hauntingly detailed artwork and narrative twists that unsettle the mind, Venus in the Blind Spot showcases Junji Ito at his best, making it a must-read for horror manga fans and anyone fascinated by the dark and uncanny corners of human experience.