
Tobira no muko
扉の向こう
This oneshot, published in the September 1997 issue of Nakayoshi, centers on a girl who encounters a mysterious door in an old house. Curious, she opens it and finds herself in a strange, quiet room that seems disconnected from the outside world. As she explores, she begins to sense a presence watching her. The story builds tension through subtle details and eerie atmosphere, focusing on her growing unease and the unknown nature of what lies beyond the threshold. The narrative ends with an ambiguous tone, leaving the reader to interpret what happens next.