Discover Japan’s Dark Side

English Version At this gravesite in Imabari, some visitors have reported strange phenomena, including orbs appearing in photographs and what sounded like

English Version Basenkyo Observatory is located in Ishikiridokoro, Ninohe City, Iwate Prefecture. Around the lookout, there are rumors that the spirits of

English Version Shomaru Pass is known for rumors of strange phenomena along its mountain road. One story says the ghost of a young man who caused an accide

English Version We have previously covered the gruesome story of the Sankebetsu brown bear incident, in which a bear that had failed to hibernate came down

English Version Obonai Ryokan is popular among people interested in stories of the zashiki-warashi, a childlike household spirit from Japanese folklore. So

English Version This story is associated with Mount Kuromori in the Oogayu area of Morioka, Iwate Prefecture. According to local rumor, two very young sist

English Version Kiya Ryokan in Uwajima, Ehime Prefecture, is said to be home to a zashiki-warashi, a childlike house spirit from Japanese folklore. Accordi

English Version Takamatsu Pond in Morioka, Iwate, is said to be connected with several ghost stories, including rumors of suicide victims, fallen warriors,

English Version On Sado Island in Niigata Prefecture, it is said that many people suffered during the persecution of hidden Christians in Japan. Kirishitan

English Version Hotel Katsugyo, also known as the Yui Grand Hotel, is one of Chiba Prefecture’s most famous haunted spots. It has been featured many times