Shirokuma To Fumeikyoku

Chieko Kumamoto, a high school student known as Shirokuma, passed away before she could truly experience the joys of school life. As her fate hung in the balance—undecided between Heaven and Hell—she was deceived by a strange figure with a pumpkin for a head. Instead of reaching either destination, she found herself abruptly cast into Purgatory, a place of uncertainty and waiting. The mysterious being manipulated her path, leaving her trapped in this limbo. Now, Chieko must navigate this unfamiliar realm, unaware of what lies ahead. Her story unfolds in this strange, in-between world where nothing is as it seems. The pumpkin-headed trickster remains a shadowy presence, adding to the eerie atmosphere. With no clear way out, Chieko faces challenges she never anticipated. This unexpected twist alters her journey beyond death, raising questions about redemption and destiny. The tale explores themes of deception, the unknown, and the search for belonging in an afterlife filled with mysteries.