Gothic Horror on Blu-ray

Our Gothic Horror collection focuses on classic Japanese ghost-story cinema from the golden age of Daiei studio horror - atmospheric, folklore-rooted tales of vengeful spirits and haunted pasts, directed by Satsuo Yamamoto, Kenji Misumi and Yasuzo Masumura among others.

For more of Yasuzo Masumura's work, see our dedicated Yasuzo Masumura collection. If you enjoy this era of Japanese horror, our Folk Horror collection is a close companion.

Browse our full collection of Gothic Horror titles below.

Essential Gothic Horror Releases

A few of the most atmospheric titles in this collection:

These are just a few of the many titles available in this collection at Terracotta Distribution.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What defines "Gothic Horror" in this collection?

These are classic Japanese ghost-story films rooted in folklore and kaidan (traditional ghost tale) traditions - vengeful spirits, doomed romances and haunted settings, largely from the 1960s Daiei studio era.

Are these black and white or colour films?

The collection includes both - check each product page for specific format and restoration details.

Which director appears most in this collection?

Titles are drawn from several directors of the era, including Yasuzo Masumura, Kenji Misumi and Satsuo Yamamoto. See our Yasuzo Masumura collection for his full filmography.

Are these region-free with English subtitles?

Yes, these releases are region-free Blu-rays from specialist Japanese cinema labels, with English subtitles included.

Do you have similar collections?

Yes - see our Folk Horror and Arthouse Horror collections for related titles.