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Price is AU$39 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
    • Uncover true stories of curses, yōkai and forbidden rituals
    • 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
Price details
AU$39.45 x 2 AdultsAU$78.90
Total
Price is AU$78.90
Until Wed, 26 Aug

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, Prams, Baby buggies, Electric wheelchairs, Video recording, Walking sticks

What you can expect

  • Leave Gion’s crowds behind and explore Kyoto’s hidden northern districts after dark. Walk through atmospheric shrines, historic neighbourhoods, Yōkai Street and forgotten backstreets while uncovering stories of curses, vengeful spirits, forbidden rituals and supernatural beliefs. Discover the dark origins of Kitano Tenmangū, learn how yōkai reflected people’s fears, and encounter legends surrounding death and judgement at Senbon Enmadō. This small-group tour combines real history with traditional folklore, revealing a mysterious side of Kyoto most visitors never experience. Finish with panoramic nighttime views from Funaokayama.

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