Hong Kong Horror

Never Open the Balcony Doors After Dark: The Village House with Three Rules 26.10.2026 26m

Danny is a freelance video editor who needs to leave the city, and a village house beside a fish pond for HK$2,800 a month looks like the answer. The landlord asks for almost nothing, the breeze off the water is wonderful, and the only strings attached are three rules written on a folded piece of paper. Danny decides they’re harmless superstition, and for the first few nights he’s right. Then, in the middle of the night, he hears someone calling his name from outside, in a voice he knows very well.If you’ve ever been tempted by a rent that seemed too good to be true, you might want to keep the lights on for this one.If you enjoy Hong Kong ghost stories told the way our grandparents told them, subscribe and turn on notifications so you don’t miss the next episode.

The Pharmacist Who Said Goodbye to a Patient Who Was Already Gone 20.10.2026 23m

Fresh out of pharmacy school in Tokyo, Haruka takes a job at a small pharmacy in a remote village, where the air is clean, the people are kind, and the nights are darker than anything she knew in the city. Her favorite part of the work is visiting an elderly patient who lives alone deep in the forest. But after two weeks away on a family emergency, she returns on a stormy morning to find something she can’t explain waiting for her in that house.In this episode of Hong Kong Horror, I share Haruka’s true experience from rural Japan, then look at what happened through a Chinese cultural lens, including the beliefs about yin and yang, the soul, and the weeks after death that might explain what she saw. Was it something to fear, or something else entirely?Turn down the lights, get comfortable, and let me know your theory in the comments before I share mine.New episodes every week, so subscribe and turn on notifications if you’d like to join the Hong Kong Horror family.

It Followed Him: The Worst Mistake a Night Shift Driver Can Make 12.10.2026 27m

Late night taxi drivers in Hong Kong see things most of us can't even imagine. But what happens when a simple drop off takes you too deep into a rural village during Hungry Ghost Month?Tonight, we follow Uncle Ming, an older night shift driver who picks up an injured woman on a humid summer night. Her destination is a walled village past an old temple, but navigating the pitch black alleys leads Ming into a terrifying predicament.Turn down the lights, get comfortable, and let’s dive right into this one.

The Strange Woman In Brunei: 2 Terrifying True Horror Stories 07.10.2026 47m

Welcome back to another episode of Hong Kong Horror. Tonight, we’re diving into two terrifying, viewer submitted stories.In our first story, we follow Gary, whose reckless teenage years in the 90s left his Yang energy completely depleted, opening a door to strange occurrences in his life. Then, we hear from Sana, whose experiences similar things on the other side of the world. For her, what started as a heavy, dark presence in a Kolkata alleyway when she was just six years old slowly escalated into a terrifying case of possession and a sinister declaration from the other side.Are these random encounters, or something much darker? Turn down the lights, get comfortable, and let's break down the folklore behind these terrifying true experiences.What do you think was really going on with Gary and Sana? Let them know your theories in the comments below!

4 Terrifying Stories From Across Asia - Compilation Episode Of Past Favorites 01.10.2026 2h 44m

For those of you that enjoy longer episodes to help you sleep, please enjoy this 4 story compilation of past favorite episodes!

Sleep Paralysis or Demonic Attachment? The True Cost of Using Black Magic 29.09.2026 44m

Hey everyone, welcome back to another episode of Hong Kong Horror!This week, we're heading over to mainland China for a seriously unsettling story about the true cost of greed. Imagine being stuck in a grueling, dead end job, and a stranger offers you a supernatural shortcut out of poverty...would you take it?Our main character, Elena, makes that exact choice. She receives a mysterious amulet that promises to change her life by using "borrowed fortune." And it works. A little too well. But as her wealth explodes and her business empire grows, she starts to notice a terrifying pattern... her success seems to only happen when tragedy strikes the people around her. And when she gets greedy and goes looking for more "luck"... things take a very dark, darkturn.Make sure you stick around after the story, because as always, we're going to break down exactly what happened from a Chinese cultural perspective. We'll be talking about the concept of 借福 (borrowed fortune), the Buddhist Three Poisons (Greed, Anger, and Ignorance), and the absolute nightmare that happens when you disturb the wrong resentful spirit.Turn down the lights, get comfortable, and let's get into it. Let me know in the comments what would you have done in Elena’s shoes?

She Used Black Magic to Steal Another Woman’s Husband 22.09.2026 41m

A successful young cardiologist had it all... a thriving career, a loving wife, and a newborn baby. He was living the life. But after a routine family vacation to Thailand, his life takes a terrifying, unexplainable turn. He suddenly demands a divorce...not for a younger model, but for a disheveled older woman he claims is the most beautiful person he’s ever seen. As his wife begins experiencing horrific nightmares and physical trauma, they uncover a chilling truth involving Thai black magic, a stolen shirt, and a cursed talisman that seemed to be rewriting reality itself.

We Booked the Cheapest House on Vacation. It Was a Massive Mistake. 15.09.2026 57m

Hey Hong Kong Horror family! Simon here.Viewer Discretion Advised: This week’s episode touches on heavy themes, including severe depression and self-harm. Please take care of yourself while listening, and feel free to skip this one if you need to.This week, we're following three college friends who book a dirt cheap, remote rental deep in the Thai countryside to escape the stress of post-grad job hunting. But as they quickly find out, when a deal seems too good to be true, there's usually a terrifying catch. What starts as a relaxing getaway turns into a nightmare when they realize they aren't the only ones staying in the house...and that a strange, knobless door at the end of the upstairs hallway was sealed shut for a reason.Stick around after the story for our signature breakdown! We’re diving into the cultural and spiritual side of this haunting, exploring concepts like 冤魂 (wronged spirits), 附身 (spirit attachment/possession), and how deeply rooted 執念 (unresolved attachments) can keep someone tethered to this world. We'll also take a look at how Buddhism traditionally views the complex nature of the afterlife.If you're carrying a heavy burden right now, please know you aren't alone. Things can and do change. Hang in there.

It Followed Her Home...True Horrors of Hiking In The Wrong Place 07.09.2026 54m

Welcome back to another episode of Hong Kong Horror. Tonight, we dive into two terrifying stories that explore the dark consequences of crossing boundaries.01:21 Story 1: The Empty Apartment Unit18:01 Story 1 BreakdownA seasoned Hong Kong real estate agent receives a desperate call to sell a vacant apartment that has been sitting empty for two years. As he investigates the eerie property, he uncovers a tragic family history stemming from a seemingly harmless mistake during a vacation in Korea. 24:40 Story 2: The House Across the Street35:15 Story 2 BreakdownNicole, a clairsentient massage therapist, shares her six-year observation of a quiet home in White Lake, Michigan. Despite four different sets of tenants moving in to the house across the street, a suffocating, inescapable tragedy seems to swallow everyone who crosses its threshold. Is the house cursed from the ground up, or is it quietly feeding on the accumulated grief of its past residents?What do you think happened in these locations? Let me know your theories in the comments below!

True Scary Stories From Asia - Compilation Episode of Past Hits 01.09.2026 2h 21m

Hi everyone! Here is a new compilation episode of past favorites for those of you that enjoy listening to long episodes for studying or sleeping. Please enjoy! New public episode is coming tomorrow morning!Story 1: Why My Roommate Doesn't SleepStory 2: Possessed On VacationStory 3: Can You Fall In Love With A Ghost?Story 4: The Bali Housekeeper

The Dangers Of Working The Night Shift: True Horror Story 01.09.2026 53m

Welcome back, HKH family! On tonight's episode of Hong Kong Horror, we are heading over to China.When Jian opened his open-air noodle stall, he ignored the local warnings. Things start getting weird as time goes by. Night after night, a gaunt factory worker arrives for the exact same meal...he never talks...never even looks at Jian. Who is this mysterious man?

The Most Terrifying Haunting You've Never Heard Of 24.08.2026 29m

Hey Hong Kong Horror family! This next story is a heavy one.In 2007, three ambitious entrepreneurs, Jacky, Mina, and Henry thought they had found the perfect starter office. Unit 1714, tucked away in a bustling commercial shopping center, was surprisingly affordable. It was a blank slate for their new tech venture, a place to build their future.What begins as an optimistic new chapter in their lives quickly spirals into a terrifying nightmare. From unsettling encounters with the local tenants and a disturbing discovery beneath a dusty file cabinet, to chilling late night shifts alone in the dark, the team soon realizes they aren't the only ones occupying Unit 1714.Story: 01:16Analysis: 24:22Please don't forget to subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a new story!

Things You Should Never Do During Hungry Ghost Month 18.08.2026 41m

Welcome back, Hong Kong Horror family! We are officially in Hungry Ghost Month, so I hope you're all staying safe out there! After our story tonight, I'll give you all some tips to stay out of trouble during this time of year!In our story tonight, after a completely normal night out drinking with an old friend, Calvin finds himself stranded at the train station. He calls his friend Hiroshi to ask if he could stay with him. But as Calvin steps through the doors to the hotel, the line between reality and something much darker, begins to violently blur.What happens when a simple twist of fate leads you somewhere you were never meant to be?

5 Scary Story Compilation Of Past Favorites 17.08.2026 2h 2m

Due to popular demand, here is a new compilation episode for those of you that enjoy listening to longer episodes for sleep. This one consists of 5 of my older episodes. Please enjoy!

Bali's Most Disturbing Horror Story 12.08.2026 41m

This week, we are taking a quick break from our usual viewer submitted stories to explore a famous incident from Bali, Indonesia. We follow Dewi, an experienced housekeeper who lands a high paying job at a stunning three story villa. The wealthy expat owner has only one strict rule. Absolutely, under no circumstances, is she allowed to clean or enter the master bedroom. But when strange footsteps and an eerie humming begin echoing from behind the locked room, Dewi realizes that something isn't quite right...Let me know in the comments. What do you think about Dewi's experience? Would you have been brave enough to go back to that house? Or would you have run away like she did?If you enjoy the content, please leave a like, subscribe, and turn on the notification bell so you never miss an episode!

The Ghost Hanging From The Ceiling Fan: A Hong Kong Horror 30.07.2026 30m

Welcome back HKH family! In tonight’s episode, We're going to dive into a terrifying viewer-submitted story about a young flight attendant named Linda who thought she found the perfect apartment in Tung Chung. But she quickly discovers, after moving in, that it might not have been as good a deal as she initially thought. If you enjoy tonight’s story and cultural deep dive, please like, comment, and subscribe to join the Hong Kong Horror Family! Let us know your theories in the comments below. Thank you all for always watching and supporting. I appreciate all of your support!

4 Scary Stories From Across Asia - Compilation Episode Of Past Favorites 28.07.2026 1h 47m

Please enjoy this 4 episode compilation of past episodes for those of you who like to listen to me as you sleep!

The Cursed Statue: Why You Should NEVER Pick Up Abandoned Objects | Hong Kong Horror 21.07.2026 32m

Do you have family members you just can't stand? Now, imagine being forced to live with them, and then they one day, they bring a deadly, cursed object into your home.Welcome back to another episode of Hong Kong Horror. Tonight, we travel back to 1980s rural Thailand. Vincent’s family took in his struggling Uncle Barry and Aunt Ling to help them get back on their feet. But the real nightmare started when Uncle Barry picked up an old cookie tin wrapped in yellow Taoist talismans from the side of a desolate road. Inside was an ivory statue of a fisherman...but then things started to get strange...Stick around after the story as I break down what I think happened to Uncle Barry from a Chinese and Buddhist cultural perspective.

Her Boyfriend Was Possessed in a Hotel While On Vacation 20.07.2026 34m

When the physical world shifts around them, how do the dead find their way home?Hey HKH Family! Welcome back. In this week's episode, we explore two terrifying experiences, sent in by you guys. I've transformed these experiences into full stories, so please enjoy.First, we look into a routine apartment renovation where the contractor comes across something that he will never forget for the rest of his life. Then, in the second story, we head to a luxury hotel, where Anita brings her boyfriend Giac on vacation to Hong Kong. They splurge on a nice hotel, but what she experiences that night has her questioning everything she believes in!As always, we’ll be breaking down both incidents through the lens of traditional Chinese metaphysics, so if you're interested in hearing what I think happened in these stories, please stay until the end!Alright, let's turn down the lights, get comfortable, and let's dive right in.

7 Terrifying Stories From Across Asia - Compilation Episode Of Past Favorites 13.07.2026 2h 59m

Please enjoy this 7 episode compilation of past episodes for those of you who like to listen to me as you sleep!