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

5.0(1,741)2 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Japanify Tours

About this activity

MOST UNIQUE GHOST TOUR.

After visiting Fushimi Inari and wandering through Gion, most travelers think they’ve seen Kyoto. But when night falls, the city feels different.

This Ghost Tour takes you into the Bamboo Forest after dark for an immersive experience filled with folklore, creepy legends, and darker historical tales rooted in the area. As the crowds disappear and the paths grow quiet, the atmosphere shifts.

You’ll walk through shadowed bamboo corridors, hear carefully researched ghost stories connected to Kyoto’s past, and experience moments designed to make you question what’s real in the dark. At one point, guests take part in a brief solo walk through the forest — a rare opportunity to feel the setting in complete stillness.

This small-group night tour blends storytelling, local history, suspense, and subtle surprises into an unforgettable evening. Perfect for travelers looking to go beyond the typical Fushimi Inari visit and experience Kyoto in a completely different way.

What's included

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

Not included

✕Tips (WELCOMED & ACCEPTED)
✕Souvenir ghosts (they prefer to stay in the forest)
✕Exorcisms (we like our ghosts just the way they are!)

Meeting and pickup

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

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
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
NO linking arms during the SOLO walk!
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
Minimum age is 16!
Not recommended to walk around the area before the tour
Recording & live streaming are NOT allowed during the whole tour!

Cancellation policy

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

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