The ghost in the Tokaido Inn
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1999
In 18th-century Japan, a young apprentice innkeeper investigates a ghost haunting the Tokaido Inn.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
A brief mention of a past samurai duel and its aftermath occurs.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are present.
No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are featured.
The story includes a ghost and a mysterious atmosphere.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are included.
The story presents a historical Japanese setting without promoting a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSeiichi shows courage in investigating the ghost.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Seiichi shows loyalty to his uncle and the inn.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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