呪われた城 [Norowareta Shiro]

A single, haunting issue from 1975, published by Hakusensha, 呪われた城 is a self-contained horror story that stands as a stark, early example of the publisher's foray into supernatural manga. Its premise, centered on a cursed castle and the dread it inspires, is delivered with a concise, atmospheric dread that has earned it a quiet, enduring reputation among collectors of vintage Japanese horror comics. Though brief, this one-shot is a significant artifact of its era, showcasing the genre's ability to unsettle with economy and mood.