HAUNTED Junction English Sub & Dub

About HAUNTED Junction

If you are hunting for a new comedy series, HAUNTED Junction (HAUNTED じゃんくしょん) deserves a look (1997). The setup goes like this. At its core: Saito High is a high school with its spiritual beings and a principal whose hobby is collecting occult paraphernalia. The school has the prophecy-chosen members of the Holy Pupil Council to protect it.

Further in, these learners have problems of their own; Haruto Houjo, the president, has a way of summoning spirits, and would resign from his duty for a normal life if it weren't for the principal. Kazumi Ryodo, the next member, is good at being possessed and has something for the Hanako. The last member is Mutsuki Asahina, who is a master of exorcism and is attracted to small boys.

With comedy at the core, timing, character chemistry and running gags decide whether it lands. Haruto Houjo (Yuusei Oda) and Kazumi Ryudo (Shinnosuke Furumoto) are two of the characters you will meet early. This one is best suited to viewers who want something light between heavier series. With 12 episodes in total, there is enough room for the story to develop.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by Studio DEEN, so the studio's house style defines how HAUNTED Junction looks and moves on screen. Within the comedy category, timing, character chemistry and running gags decide whether it lands. With a 6.2/10 score, it is more of a niche pick than a universal crowd-pleaser. On the casting side, Yuusei Oda voicing Haruto Houjo gives the lead role a recognizable voice. It aired in 1997, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.