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Yamishibai

20201 seasonTV SeriesDramaSci-Fi & Fantasy

Yamishibai: Japanese Ghost Stories also known in Japan as Yami Shibai - Live action single series spin-off of the popular animated series of the same name.

DirectorNoboru Iguchi
ProducersKōichi Urushima·Akira Funeda

Where to watch

Crunchyroll Amazon ChannelCrunchyroll Amazon ChannelCrunchyrollCrunchyrollHiDiveHiDive
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
The Talisman Woman / Rough Stretch / The Neighbors
Sep 10, 2020
E2
The Friendless Cave / Light in the Darkness / Visiting Storm
Sep 17, 2020
E3
Perishables / Non-withering Flower / Contradiction
Sep 24, 2020
E4
The Woman in the Elevator / Cassette Tape / Delivery
Oct 1, 2020
E5
Kitchen / Tongue / Ring
Oct 8, 2020
E6
Special-Made Doll / Howl / Black Bebe
Oct 15, 2020
E7
Ominie-san / Greeting / Family Photo
Oct 22, 2020
E8
Home Tutor / Wind's Wisdom / Zanbai
Oct 29, 2020
E9
Sakura / Bag Woman / Family Rules
Nov 5, 2020
E10
Shadows of Women / Empty Seat / The Umbrella Goddess
Nov 12, 2020
E11
Echoes / The Veranda / Little Sister's Room
Nov 19, 2020
E12
Inside / Flower Reading / Sleepless Pair
Nov 26, 2020

Cast · Directed by Noboru Iguchi

KTKanji Tsuda
Kanji Tsuda
Storyteller (voice)

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Yamishibai — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Yamishibai?

Yamishibai is streaming on Crunchyroll and HiDive in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Yamishibai on Netflix?

No, Yamishibai is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on Crunchyroll and HiDive.

Is Yamishibai on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Yamishibai isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Crunchyroll and HiDive instead.

Where can I watch Yamishibai for free?

Yamishibai is available on Crunchyroll and HiDive in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in Yamishibai?

Yamishibai has 1 season in total (12 episodes). The series concluded in 2020.

Are all episodes of Yamishibai out yet?

Yes — all 12 episodes across 1 season of Yamishibai are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Yamishibai?

No — Yamishibai ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.