Discover Japan’s Dark Side

English Version Uchidainjin Bridge, located in Yamato Town in Kumamoto Prefecture, has long been surrounded by unsettling rumors. According to local storie

English Version The Legend of the Okiku Doll Mannenji Temple in Iwamizawa, Hokkaido, is associated with one of Japan’s best-known “cursed doll” stories: th

English Version In winter, one word tends to come up again and again: viruses. When we hear “virus,” we usually think of illness and infection—influenza, n

English Version Kokokei House is said to be a place where visitors have reported encounters with several kinds of spirits: the ghost of an owner who allege

English Version Shijushida Dam in Iwate Prefecture became widely known after a tragic 2016 incident in which two high school girls were believed to have ju

English Version In the previous chapter, we looked at a strange overlap: the era when the Anunnaki are said, in some interpretations of Sumerian tradition,

Hyogo Prefecture is known for its numerous haunted spots, but F Mountain stands out with its eerie legend of the Headless Rider. This chilling account narrates a true experience that unfolds during a summer night exploration. Join us as we delve into this spine-tingling tale that intertwines youth, adventure, and the supernatural.

Explore the eerie world of manga that foreshadowed real-life disasters and events, including the 9/11 attacks, the Great East Japan Earthquake, and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Discover the intriguing tale of the purported grave of Jesus Christ in Aomori, Japan. Unravel the folklore and examine the evidence surrounding this unique urban legend.

Discover the chilling stories surrounding Iwami Tatami Ura and Saino Kawara, two renowned spiritual sites in Shimane Prefecture. Delve into the folklore that intertwines life, death, and the spirits of the water children.