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A group of people standing and conversing in a traditional Japanese street at dusk. 1
A nighttime view of a traditional wooden bridge with railings, leading to a lit-up building across a body of water. 2
A traditional wooden bridge over a reflective water body, with a pagoda-style building in the background. 3
A traditional bridge over a calm water body at night, illuminated by ambient lighting. 4
A traditional Japanese lantern structure at night. 5
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Free cancellation available
Price is RM 171 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
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Overview

    • Explore Kyoto’s hidden northern districts after dark beyond Gion
    • Discover yokai—Japan’s folklore creatures—and legends of curses and spirits
    • Discover atmospheric shrines and sites overlooked by most tourists
    • Walk through Kyoto’s historic Yōkai Street and forgotten backstreets
    • Finish with panoramic nighttime views across Kyoto

Activity location

    • Kyoto
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Kitanoshimohakubaicho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8326, Japan | We will meet at the Kitano Hakubaicho station of the Randen line. Google Maps link below https://maps.app.goo.gl/MS2QubYa6wtD6NS26
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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Kyoto Dark History Walking Tour: Yokai, Curses Beyond Gion

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English

Leave Gion’s crowds behind and explore Kyoto’s hidden north after dark. Discover curses, yōkai folklore, vengeful spirits and forbidden rituals at atmospheric shrines, Yōkai Street and forgotten backstreets, ending with panoramic city views.

Language options: English
Starting time: 16:00
Price details
RM 171.24 x 2 AdultsRM 342.48
Total
Price is RM 342.48
Until Sun, 8 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Walking tour of Kyoto's supernatural sites
  • Inclusions
    Visit the true hidden beautiful cursed north beyond Gion
  • Inclusions
    Learn about the dark history of Kyoto
  • Inclusions
    Special surprise ending
  • Exclusions
    Tips
  • Exclusions
    Train fees
  • Exclusions
    Dinner

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Audio recording, Baby carriages, Baby strollers, Electric wheelchairs, Video recording, Walking sticks

What you can expect

  • Discover a different side of Kyoto on an evening walk through its northern neighbourhoods. Your guide introduces yokai—the mysterious creatures and spirits of Japanese folklore—and the fears, beliefs and historical events behind stories of curses and vengeful spirits. No prior knowledge of Japanese folklore is needed.

    Explore Yokai Street and hear the legends associated with Daishogun Hachi Shrine, Kitano Tenmangu and Senbon Enmado. Learn how supernatural beliefs shaped the way people understood misfortune, death and protection. The experience combines historical context with traditional legends, rather than presenting folklore as verified events.

    Finish at Funaokayama Park with panoramic nighttime views across Kyoto. After the tour, your guide helps you find and catch a bus for your onward journey; bus fares are not included.

    Guests aged 7 and above are welcome. The stories focus on curses, supernatural folklore and dark history. Expect walking and stairs along the route. Dinner and transport fares are not included. Audio and video recording are not permitted.

Location

Activity location

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    • Kyoto
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Kitanoshimohakubaicho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8326, Japan | We will meet at the Kitano Hakubaicho station of the Randen line. Google Maps link below https://maps.app.goo.gl/MS2QubYa6wtD6NS26
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan