• Saga-Arashiyama Station - The meeting point is at Saga-Arashiyama Station, just outside the ticket gates. No stairs are required to locate the group. A quick stop at a convenience store for drinks will precede a stroll towards the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. Be aware that the forest will be completely dark at this hour, offering a unique and thrilling experience.
• Arashiyama - Discover the mysterious side of Arashiyama, a place renowned for its breathtaking daytime views, yet shrouded in eerie tales by night. From spectral samurai to lost lovers and chilling legends handed down through time, this tour uncovers the hidden truths beneath the surface. Walk the paths where strange occurrences have taken place—and may still occur. This adventure is not for the faint-hearted.
• Saga-Arashiyama Station - As the journey concludes, the return to Saga-Arashiyama Station marks the end of the tour. With unforgettable sights and experiences in mind, the tour concludes under the gentle illumination of the station lights. It’s a moment to ponder the nocturnal adventure through the bamboo groves. Thank you for being part of this extraordinary journey through the enchanting nightscape of Arashiyama.

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

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

Most Unique Ghost Tour

After exploring Fushimi Inari and strolling through Gion, many visitors believe they have experienced all that Kyoto has to offer. However, as night descends, the city transforms.

This Ghost Tour invites you into the Bamboo Forest after dark for an engaging experience rich with folklore, eerie legends, and deeper historical narratives tied to the region. As the crowds fade and the paths become silent, the ambiance changes.

Participants will traverse shadowy bamboo corridors, listen to meticulously researched ghost stories linked to Kyoto’s history, and encounter moments crafted to challenge perceptions of reality in the darkness. At one point, guests embark on a brief solo walk through the forest — a unique chance to embrace the environment in complete tranquility.

This intimate night tour combines storytelling, local history, suspense, and subtle surprises into a memorable evening. Ideal for travelers eager to explore beyond the usual Fushimi Inari visit and experience Kyoto in a truly distinctive manner.

• 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.
• The tour needs a minimum of 4 guests to proceed.
• Recording & live streaming are NOT allowed during the whole tour!

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