In this story, we follow a young woman who finds herself in the land of the deceased, inhabited by ghostly creatures known as Ayakashi. Despite being surrounded by darkness and danger, she operates a bookstore with her adoptive father, Shinonome, in this eerie domain. During her journey, she encounters a fainting young man who bleeds profusely. This tale combines elements of humor, fear, and melancholy, offering readers a thrilling yet poignant exploration of the afterlife.
Wagaya wa Kakuriyo no Kashihonya-san has been published in English as The Haunted Bookstore: Gateway to a Parallel Universe by Seven Seas Entertainment since March 15, 2022.