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

Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$47.77
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

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.
Ghosts & Dark Tales
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

  • Urban Legends, Real Ghost Stories & Serial Killers
  • Brace yourself for an unexpected surprise along the way!
  • A Japanese Curse (only lasting 24 hours!)
  • 1 drink (alcoholic or non-acoholic)
  • A solo walk in the dark forest
  • Exorcisms (we like our ghosts just the way they are!)
  • Souvenir ghosts (they prefer to stay there)
  • Tips (WELCOMED)

Meeting point
We’ll meet at the round window near the North Gate of Saga-Arashiyama Station. Please ensure WhatsApp is installed, as we’ll use it to contact you. Thanks
Return details
We’ll meet at the round window near the North Gate of Saga-Arashiyama Station. Please ensure WhatsApp is installed, as we’ll use it to contact you. Thanks

  • We'll meet up at Saga-Arashiyama Station, right outside the ticket gates. You won't have to go down any stairs to find us. From there, we'll swing by a convenience store to grab some drinks. Then we'll take a walk towards the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. But keep in mind, the bamboo forest will be pitch dark at this time of night, making for a unique and scary experience.
  • We are embarking on an adventure to the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest at nightfall. As the veil of darkness unfurls over the forest, the area will be enveloped in an intense pitch-black, transforming it into an enigmatic world of towering, whispering bamboo stalks. Brace yourself for an exhilarating experience, as the eeriness of the darkness could send delightful shivers down your spine and making your solo walk very exciting.
  • As our journey reaches its finale, we'll make our way back to the Saga-Arashiyama Station. Enriched by the memorable sights and experiences, we will end our tour under the soft glow of the station lights. It's a time to reflect on our nocturnal adventure through the bamboo groves. Thank you for joining me on this unique journey through the breathtaking beauty of Arashiyama at night. (pass by)

  • 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, etc)
  • 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.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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

    Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
    $47.77
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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