English Version
Old Matsuo Tunnel is a reportedly haunted spot on Prefectural Route 111 in Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture.
According to local rumors, if you sound your horn inside the tunnel and then turn off the engine, the car may not start again. Other stories describe strange experiences while passing through, including sightings of a woman’s spirit reflected in the rearview mirror.
The reason behind these alleged hauntings is unclear, and many details remain uncertain. As with many tunnel legends in Japan, the stories are best treated as local folklore rather than confirmed fact.
If you visit the area, do not stop inside the tunnel, block traffic, or attempt risky behavior such as turning off your engine. Drive safely, follow posted signs, and respect local residents and road users.
Japanese Language
トンネル内でクラクションを鳴らしてエンジンを切るとエンジンが掛からなってしまうといわれている。また、通行中、ミラー越しに女性の霊が見えるなどといった霊体験が報告されている。霊の原因などは不明な点が多いとのこと。山口県岩国市 県道111号線
