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An interesting mystery and exploration of truth with strong classically Japanese cultural spirits, albeit with somewhat shallow and annoying characters at times.
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In / Spectre – 16 – Honeymoon Period
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In / Spectre – 20 – Paranormal Succession
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In / Spectre – 22 – Squirrel Lion
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In / Spectre – 14 – Youkai Alibi
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In / Spectre – 17 – Stigmatized Property
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In / Spectre – 13 – Things That Go Thump in the Night
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