A Humorous Study on the Annihilation of Sadako via Dual Television Systems: Sadako, the infamous entity from the Japanese horror film "The Ring", for cultural context

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Authors: Akihito Sugawara
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Abstract

This study presents a conceptual and humorous model of the phenomenon known as ``Sadako''—an information-based entity that manifests in the real world via domestic television devices, as depicted in the Japanese horror film \textit{The Ring}. In this model, Sadako is treated as an entity whose existence is realized through information, while the television functions as a boundary-mediating device. By coupling two televisions, the manifestation of Sadako can be conceptually annihilated, producing residual energy such as visual noise or light. This process is analogous to particle-antiparticle annihilation in quantum mechanics, maintaining the principle of information conservation. While the paper is intentionally humorous and hypothetical, it provides a playful yet coherent bridge between cultural horror phenomena and physics-based reasoning, suitable for educational and cultural discussions.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Gothic Literature and Media Analysis Cultural Studies and Postmodernism Paranormal Experiences and Beliefs

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Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
4 February 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Preprint