Scary Stories File
Read ghost stories and haunted places from all over Japan, separated into facts and rumors.
A horror information archive that organizes publicly available information, local folklore, and reader submissions.
Introduction
Kowabanashi File is a website that compiles information on haunted places and ghost stories from all over Japan into a collection of stories. It separates verifiable information such as facility names, place names, and traffic conditions from rumors and reader submissions circulating in the region, and does not definitively state that paranormal phenomena are facts.
Please never trespass on private property, restricted areas, or abandoned buildings.Please prioritize the latest information from on-site notices, facility managers, and local government.
The four pieces of information separated in the scary story file
- verifiable facts:The existence of facilities and place names, publicly available history, and access and traffic conditions.
- Rumors circulating in the area:Legends and ghost stories with identifiable sources or origins. Paranormal phenomena are not presented as fact.
- Unconfirmed information:Stories that cannot be verified will be clearly marked as unconfirmed, and articles under review will be excluded from search results.
- Safety information:Important points viewers should be aware of beforehand, such as no entry, private property, nighttime passage, scaffolding, and potential collapses.
Choose a reading
Search by region
For each prefecture, we will organize information about the location, local rumors, and safety precautions.
Search by type of location
You can read about common dangers and points to check in tunnels, abandoned schools, dams, and other similar locations.
Read from the search method.
I will explain how to distinguish between publicly available information, local rules, and posted information, rather than simply believing rumors.
Most Read Articles
- Haunted spots in Osaka Prefecture and local rumors
- Haunted Tunnels Across Japan and Safety Precautions
- Haunted spots around Nagoya
- Haunted places and legends in Okinawa Prefecture
- Haunted spots and legends in Gunma Prefecture
- Information about places described as abandoned hospitals
New Articles
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Comparing paranormal rumors surrounding historical sites and ruins in the Koshinetsu region with historical documents | Historical sites: Sado Gold Mine, Matsushiro Zozan Underground Bunker, Shinfu Castle Ruins
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Comparing paranormal rumors on mountain roads and passes in the Koshinetsu region with historical documents: Yahiko Mountain Skyline, Daibosatsu Pass, Bungui Pass
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Verification of paranormal rumors on the coast of Kochi Prefecture using historical documents | Cape Muroto, Katsurahama, and Cape Ashizuri
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Comparing ghost stories about bridges and historical sites in the Kinki region with historical documents: Ichijo Modoribashi Bridge, Tomogashima Island, and Heijo Palace Site
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Comparing paranormal rumors at shrines, temples, and bodies of water in the Kinki region with historical documents: Fushimi Inari Taisha, Sarusawa Pond, and Koyasan Okunoin
About editing and safety
- Editorial policy and handling of information sources
- Safety Guide Before Reading Articles About Haunted Places
- Providing personal experiences and corrections
- Operator Information
- Corrections, deletions, and inquiries
Some of the images displayed are AI-generated to convey the atmosphere. They are not actual photographs of the scenery or records of paranormal phenomena.
Until the information is released
- Check the official name, address, and managing entity of the place using publicly available information.
- Historical facts and ghost stories, legends, and reader submissions are organized separately.
- Prioritize the latest information regarding entry and photography, and include safety precautions.
- Do not present unsubstantiated anecdotes as the editorial team's actual experiences.
- If a correction request is received, we will re-verify the information and record the update date and changes.
FAQ
Are you recommending that people visit the listed location?
No. The horror story file is intended for reading and information organization purposes, and does not recommend visiting private property, abandoned buildings, or restricted areas.
Are the rumors true?
Rumors and ghost stories are treated as cultural traditions and folklore, and are kept separate from factual incidents, accidents, and paranormal phenomena. We will not make definitive statements about anything that cannot be verified.
Where can I report errors or request deletion?
Contact FormPlease provide the URL in question and the reason for the correction. We will prioritize inquiries from administrators and rights holders.