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This section explores locations in Japan associated with ghost stories and mysterious legends.
From abandoned tunnels to forests and historic sites, these places illustrate how folklore and local history combine to create enduring stories.

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Mount Osore: The Boundary Between Life and Death in Japanese Belief
In northern Japan, Mount Osore is often described as one of the places closest to the world of the …
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Aokigahara Forest: Silence, Space, and Cultural Memory in Japan
At the base of Mount Fuji, Aokigahara Forest is often described not through scenery, but through at…
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Inunaki Tunnel: Japan’s Most Notorious Haunted Tunnel
Not all places in Japan are avoided for visible reasons. Some are quiet, accessible, and structural…