A review by roach
ドロップ (Drop) by Kōji Suzuki

dark mysterious medium-paced

• Strong character development? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No

2.75

 An enclosed, damp space sets the stage of horror.
Within the confines of this small space, the condition for rancor develops, matures with water and easily spreads. Traditionally, an old well is the perfect setting for ghost stories. But these days, wells are few and far between.

Not bad for a horror short originally released printed on toilet paper.

It's kind of funny that Suzuki begins the story by talking about water, a rotting curse, and a well, considering he wrote the infamous "Ring" novels. But there are no wells here. This story is set in a toilet stall and it's written in a way as if the protagonist was the reader.
It's a neat little thing but doesn't really become something very memorable aside from the toilet paper gimmick. It's a decent short with a fairly good idea but probably one of his weaker texts.

I also had to read an unofficial English translation, so I cannot really comment on his use of words here.