Winner of the 13th Japan Fantasy Novel Award for Excellence. The best selling Edo yokai mystery series that has surpassed 10 million copies is adapted into a TV anime after drama, comics, and stage. DVD volume 2 is released. Based on the period fantasy novel "Shabake" by Megumi Hatakenaka published by Shincho Bunko. BN Pictures adapts this work filled with Edo atmosphere and warm hearted characters. A delightful and mysterious period mystery woven by Edo townspeople and yokai begins. Includes episodes 5 to 8. Bonus footage includes web trailers for episodes 6 to 9. Bonus CD "Shabake Original Soundtrack Vol. 1" and a special booklet are included. Newly drawn three sided slipcase jacket by character designer Akari Minagawa.