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Osaka Ghost Tour Castle Night Walk, Dark History, Curses & Dead

5.0(121)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 121 reviews3 hFree cancellationBy Japanify Tours
Osaka Ghost Tour Castle Night Walk, Dark History, Curses & Dead

About this activity

Osaka’s city streets provide the setting for a night walk through legends, real ghost stories, and dark history. Begin at Osaka Castle, a battlefield tied to the Siege of Osaka and stories of restless spirits, before heading to Namba’s neon-lit canals, entertainment districts, and backstreets. Rather than a forest route, this shared walking tour focuses on urban curses, canal spirits, rumored fire sites, and local folklore, with one drink included during the roughly half-day walk.

What's included

  • ✓An Anti Curse QR code (limited)
  • ✓A Japanese Curse (only lasting 24 hours!)
  • ✓Legends, Real Ghost Stories & Dark History
  • ✓1 drink (alcoholic or non-acoholic)

Not included

  • ✕Food (dinner )
  • ✕Tips (Welcomed & Appreciated)
  • ✕Train fees

Meeting and pickup

  • We will gather at the exit of Osakajokoen JR station, near the entrance by the stairs. Please ensure you have WhatsApp installed, as we will send a message with the exact details.

Good to know

  • 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
  • Content warning: stories include suicide, serial killers and sexual assault.
  • A storytelling tour combining ghost stories, urban legends and dark historical context; not a general sightseeing tour.
  • Minimum age: 16, due to the subject matter and activities.
  • The tour needs a minimum of 2 guests to proceed.
  • Audio/video recording and live streaming are not permitted during the tour.
  • This tour is available to visitors to Japan only; residents of Japan are not eligible.

Cancellation policy

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

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