A city like Kyoto, with over 1200 years of history, is bound to have its dark side. Learn all about it on this four-hour guided tour that takes in some of the ghostly, haunted, supernatural, or otherwise creepy parts of Kyoto. See and hear a different side to popular attractions like Gion and Kiyomizudera. Stop at places you might not otherwise find, like cemeteries and a haunted candy store. Prepare to be entertained, and a little creeped out.

Good fun for first-time or repeat visitors to Kyoto
Learn about Japanese culture, religion, and history on this tour
Visit lesser-known as well as big-name attractions
Ideal for travelers who aren’t too sensitive to scary ghost stories

What's Included

Tour Guide

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

Yasaka-jinja Shrine
625 Gionmachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0073, Japan
We will meet at the main gate of Yasaka Shrine at the intersection of Shijo Street and Higashioji Street. Convenient by city bus, Keihan Line, Subway or Hankyu Line.

What To Expect

Yasaka Shrine

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Gion

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kennin-ji Temple

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kiyomizu-dera Temple

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Toyokuni Shrine

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Most travellers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travellers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Traveller Photos

Reviews

5.0

3 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

Reviews by Viator travellers.

Showing 1-2 of 3 reviews

Ebert and Roeper give it 2 thumbs, way up.

Cassandra_S, Mar 2023

Atticus was incredibly knowledgeable and fun to talk with. He took us around to many different shrines and sites and gave context to the meanings and history for each. We had an immensely entertaining evening!

Mystery and Mysticism in a Dark tour of Kyoto

Matthew_T, Apr 2021

This was a fantastic time had by all including a pair of discerning teenagers. Atticus has deep and dark insights into the history and culture of Kyoto which he shares with engaging stories. I recommend it for any couples or families looking to dive into Kyoto.

Dark Kyoto Tour

From USD 68.93

Select Date and Travellers

Explore our promoted experiences

Overview

What's Included

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

What To Expect

Additional Info

Cancellation Policy

Traveller Photos

Reviews

Compare Similar Experiences

Customers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Explore Similar Things to Do

Attractions in Kyoto, Japan