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Kyoto Ghost Tour: Dark Tales, Urban Legends, Bamboo Forest Night

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About This Tour

THIS IS NOT YOUR TYPICAL GHOST TOUR. This is something completely different—a uniquely Kyoto experience that blends creepy, fun, and thrilling storytelling with an unforgettable night out while walking around. If you’re expecting a haunted house, an asylum, or a prison tour or similar, this might not be for you! We’ll start by grabbing a drink and dive into spine-tingling urban legends, chilling tales, and eerie events from Kyoto’s dark history. Instead of traditional yōkai or classic ghost stories, you’ll explore atmospheric streets and shadowy bamboo forests, immersing yourself in haunting tales and unique thrills. At one point, you’ll even walk alone in the dark for a short stretch—an eerie and unforgettable moment designed to let you feel the atmosphere on your own. It’s safe, brief, but adds a delicious sense of dread to your night. We highly recommend visiting the beautiful Kimono Forest (always open) nearby. It’s a stunning sight and a great way to set the mood for our tour.

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Kyoto Ghost Tour: Dark Tales, Urban Legends, Bamboo Forest Night
dark bamboo forest

dark bamboo forest

Ghost hunting in the bamboo forest

Ghost hunting in the bamboo forest

Nonomiya temple at night

Nonomiya temple at night

dark bamboo forest

dark bamboo forest

Kyoto Ghost Tour: Dark Tales, Urban Legends, Bamboo Forest Night
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What's Included

A SOLO walk in the bamboo forest
An Anti Curse QR code (limited)
1 drink (alcoholic or non-acoholic)
A Japanese Curse (only lasting 24 hours!)
Urban Legends, Real Ghost Stories & Serial Killers

What's Not Included

Tips (WELCOMED)
Souvenir ghosts (they prefer to stay there)
Exorcisms (we like our ghosts just the way they are!)

Additional Information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Absolutely NOT recommended for travelers that are afraid of the DARK
Not recommended to walk around the area before the tour
Must be able to walk alone in the dark
IMPORT: some topics are NOT suitable for some people (suicide, serial killers, sexual assault)
Not Your Typical Ghost Tour: Focused on Real Mysteries, Not Mythical Yōkai
Kids under 16 are not allowed due to content and activities.
A minimum of 4 guests is needed to proceed.

Meeting Point

Meet inside Saga-Arashiyama Station, at the round window near the North Gate (upstairs - see pictures). Ensure WhatsApp is installed, as we use it to contact you. Please arrive early—late arrivals cannot join once the tour begins.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

✓ Free cancellation due to bad weather

Tour Operator

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Guest Ratings

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