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Yumecchi of 3-Jikan no Heroine Releases Debut Paranormal Essay 'Ero Kowai Hanashi'
Yumecchi from the comedy group 3-Jikan no Heroine is releasing her debut paranormal essay 'Ero Kowai Hanashi' on August 3, 2026, published by Wani Books. The book compiles her lifetime experiences with supernatural phenomena and the unique connection between romantic feelings and ghost sightings, with a launch event scheduled for August 1 in Tokyo.
Quick Facts
Who
Yumecchi (3-Jikan no Heroine)
What
Release of paranormal essay book
When
August 3, 2026 (book release)
Where
Tokyo (launch event)
- Release of paranormal essay book
- Launch event in Tokyo
- Compilation of supernatural experiences and ghost encounters
- Yumecchi (3-Jikan no Heroine)
- Wani Books
Yumecchi, a member of the Japanese comedy trio 3-Jikan no Heroine, is releasing her first paranormal essay titled 'Ero Kowai Hanashi' (Erotic Scary Stories) on August 3, 2026, published by Wani Books. The 182-page book, priced at 1,760 yen, compiles the entertainer's lifelong experiences with supernatural phenomena and paranormal encounters in a pop culture-friendly format.
The essay explores an unusual connection between heightened romantic feelings and the ability to see ghosts. According to Yumecchi, she has possessed the ability to perceive supernatural entities since childhood. The book details various supernatural experiences, including encounters with lustful spirits and peculiar phenomena she attributes to changes in her emotional and physical state. The collection also includes an account of a particularly terrifying haunted property incident that led to Yumecchi's extended hiatus from entertainment work.
To commemorate the book's release, a launch event is scheduled for August 1, 2026, in Tokyo. In a personal statement, Yumecchi expressed surprise at publishing a book given her previous difficulty with reading, while emphasizing that the collection balances eroticism, mystery, horror, humor, and emotion. She noted that the book also incorporates elements of cuteness alongside the supernatural content. Despite the intimate nature of some stories, Yumecchi invited readers to fully appreciate the work.
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Why This Matters
This book release represents a rare insight into the intersection of paranormal phenomena and pop culture entertainment in Japan. For readers interested in supernatural narratives, Japanese comedy culture, or unconventional memoir formats, Yumecchi's collection offers authentic personal accounts blended with humor and eroticism—a distinctive approach that challenges conventional ghost story conventions. The launch event provides an opportunity to engage directly with an entertainer who has translated her lifetime paranormal experiences into a published work.
Timeline & Sources
Aug 1, 2026
WireLaunch event held in Tokyo to commemorate book release
Aug 3, 2026
WireEro Kowai Hanashi published by Wani Books