[2026 Latest] Top 10 Scariest Haunted Spots in Gifu Prefecture | Includes Real-Life Experiences

Places in Gifu Prefecture that you should never go near

Gifu Prefecture—The dark history etched into this land is the site of numerous paranormal phenomena that have been passed down through generations. In this article, we have carefully selected 10 of the most terrifying haunted spots in Gifu Prefecture.Actual experiencesWe will introduce them together.

⚠️ Attention:Never enter private property or restricted areas. This does not endorse illegal activities.

1. Old Ise Shrine Tunnel (Ena City)

The Old Ise Shrine Tunnel, located in Ena City, is renowned as one of the most haunted spots in the Tokai region. It has a history of being opened after difficult construction, and it is said that accidents and vengeful spirits from that time still linger there today.

• The car's engine suddenly stopped inside the tunnel.
• A mark resembling a child's handprint appears on the windowpane.
• Ghosts of women and children in white clothing have been sighted.
• An eerie sobbing could be heard from the back.

One night, when I went to a tunnel with a friend to test our courage, the car engine suddenly stopped in the middle of the tunnel. No matter how many times I turned the key, it wouldn't start, and as I panicked, I looked outside and saw a tiny handprint smeared all over the passenger side window. As I trembled and made it out of the tunnel, I saw a white shadow chasing me in the rearview mirror, and I felt like I was going to die.

2. Kokokei House (Tajimi City)

Nestled deep in the mountains of Tajimi City, Kokokei House is a ruined building that was once used as a clinic and inn. Due to its grim atmosphere and numerous terrifying rumors, it is known as one of the most frightening haunted spots in Gifu Prefecture.

• As soon as you enter the building, you feel as if someone is constantly watching you.
• Eerie whispers and groans can be heard coming from places where there shouldn't be any people.
• If you peek through the window, you can sometimes vaguely see a human figure inside.
• The room temperature suddenly dropped, and I was overcome by an inexplicable chill.

When I snuck into Kokokei House, I got goosebumps all over my body the moment I stepped inside. I heard a laughing sound like "hee hee hee" coming from the back, and I instinctively grabbed my friend's arm. As I was about to go upstairs, I felt like someone grabbed my arm halfway up the stairs, but when I turned around, there was no one there. At that moment, a chill ran down my spine, and I ran away as fast as I could.

3. Maruyama Dam (Yaotsu Town)

Despite its magnificent appearance, the Maruyama Dam in Yaotsu Town is said to have claimed many lives due to the harsh working conditions during its construction. It is whispered that this tragic history still casts a dark shadow over the area surrounding the dam.

• At night, a white hand has been seen reaching out from the surface of the dam's water.
• When walking around the dam, you get the feeling that someone is chasing you from behind.
• Suddenly, inexplicable ripples spread across the water's surface, and something resembling a human figure emerges.
• The groans and screams of the victims can sometimes be heard carried on the wind.

I was walking with a friend along the banks of Maruyama Dam in the middle of the night when a cold wind suddenly blew up from beneath my feet. I looked at the water and saw a white hand swaying and reaching out towards us. I panicked and started running, but then I heard footsteps behind me, and when I turned around, there was no one there. I'll never forget the terror I felt that day.

4. Omibashi Bridge (Seki City)

The Omi Bridge in Seki City is a haunted spot so feared that locals avoid crossing it at night. In particular, there are countless sightings of the ghost of a woman in white clothing, and her presence is passed down through generations of local residents.

• At night, the ghost of a woman in white clothing is sighted at the foot of the bridge and in the middle of it.
• When taking photos on a bridge, orbs and inexplicable shadows often appear in the pictures.
• From the river flowing beneath the bridge, I can hear what sounds like a woman sobbing.
• While crossing the bridge, I suddenly felt my body become heavy and I started to feel cold.

When we crossed Omibashi Bridge as a test of courage, my friend jokingly took a picture of the bridge. I didn't feel anything at the time, but when I looked at the photo later, there was a faint white figure in the middle of the bridge. What's more, the woman's face was completely black, and I remember being horrified. Since then, I've stopped crossing that bridge at night.

5. Sekigahara Battlefield (Sekigahara Town)

The Battle of Sekigahara is, of course, the site of the "battle that decided the fate of Japan," and it is said that the vengeful spirits of the many soldiers who lost their lives there still linger. Especially at night, phenomena that seem to evoke memories of the battle are said to occur frequently.

• At night, the spirits of defeated samurai warriors and the shadows of soldiers in armor are sighted.
• Even on windless days, you can hear the sound of armor rubbing together and swords clashing.
• In certain places, the angry shouts of warlords and the screams of soldiers echo throughout the area.
• A heavy, oppressive atmosphere hangs over the entire battlefield.
• People with strong spiritual sensitivity may become ill simply by setting foot on an ancient battlefield.

My friend and I visited the old battlefield late at night, and the air was heavy from the moment we entered. We could hear the clanging of armor coming from the bamboo thicket, and we could see the plants swaying even though there was no wind. As we went further in, we suddenly heard something like a battle cry, "Uoooooo!", from afar, and our legs froze. It was as if the battle of that day had come back to life.

6. Hirasawa Tunnel (Toki City)

The Hirasawa Tunnel in Toki City has a uniquely eerie atmosphere even during the daytime due to its narrow width and dimly lit environment. Numerous accounts of female ghosts and inexplicable figures have been reported in this tunnel.

• Inside the tunnel, the ghost of a woman in white appears.
• A creepy human figure appears reflected in the car's side mirrors and rearview mirror.
• Near the middle of the tunnel, the car's lights suddenly go out or the engine malfunctions.
• I feel like someone is watching me, or like I'm being chilled by cold breath.

It happened when I was going through the Hirasawa Tunnel. It was daytime, but it was strangely dim and eerie. Just as I reached the middle of the tunnel, I looked in the rearview mirror and saw a woman with a deathly pale face sitting in the back seat. I was so shocked I thought my heart would stop, and I turned around in an instant, but there was no one there. I'll never forget the cold sweat I broke out in at that moment.

7. Sakama Fudo (Seki City)

Located in Seki City, Sakama Fudo is known as a sacred site for Shugendo (mountain asceticism), but it is also known as a haunted spot. Amidst its solemn atmosphere, chilling and inexplicable phenomena are occasionally reported.

• Footsteps can be heard near the waterfall and around the inner sanctuary, even though there shouldn't be anyone around.
• Suddenly, I feel like someone is watching me from behind.
• Sometimes, inexplicable orbs or human-like figures appear in photographs.
• A cold wind blows through, and I feel my body temperature drop rapidly.

It happened when I went all the way to the inner sanctuary of Hakama Fudo. As I walked along the rock face, I could hear footsteps right behind me, even though there was no one there. I looked around, but there was no one there, yet the footsteps stopped when I stopped walking and started again when I began walking again. It was as if someone was following me closely, and the hairs on my body stood on end.

8. Uguisudani Tunnel (Gifu City)

The Uguisudani Tunnel in Gifu City is located at the foot of Mount Kinka and is a place where many cars pass through on a daily basis. However, there are persistent and frightening rumors that the ghost of a man in work clothes haunts this tunnel.

• When I go through a tunnel alone at night, I get a strong feeling that someone is behind me.
• Sometimes, the face of a man in work clothes flashes briefly in the side mirror.
• Groans and cries of "Help me!" can be heard coming from the tunnel walls.
• The lights inside the car suddenly start flickering, or the audio system malfunctions.

It happened when I was driving through the Uguisudani Tunnel on my way home from work. It was late at night and there wasn't much traffic, but as soon as I entered the tunnel, I had a feeling someone was in the back seat. I glanced in the rearview mirror and vaguely saw a figure in work clothes. My heart was pounding as I drove out of the tunnel and cautiously looked back, but of course there was no one there. Since then, I've avoided tunnels at night.

9. Futamata Tunnel (Yaotsu Town)

The Futamata Tunnel, quietly located in Yaotsu Town, is known by the nickname "Korean Tunnel" and is a terrifying place said to be haunted by the vengeful spirits of those who lost their lives there under harsh working conditions in the past. Due to its historical background, numerous paranormal phenomena have been reported there.

• A shape resembling a human face emerges from the tunnel wall.
• From inside, I could hear pained screams and groans.
• Suddenly, the air inside the tunnel becomes heavy, and breathing becomes difficult.
• The photograph contains inexplicable orbs and multiple human figures.
• Cars passing through tunnels suddenly stall or their lights go out.

The moment I stepped into the bifurcated tunnel, a heavy atmosphere enveloped me. The sound coming from the depths wasn't just the wind; it was clearly something like human groans. When my friend shone his phone on the wall, for a split second, it looked as if a human face had appeared on the concrete wall. It was so terrifying that I turned back immediately. I never want to go back to that place again.

10. Utsu Tunnel (Tajimi City)

Located on the border between Tajimi City and Aichi Prefecture, the Utsu Tunnel is part of a busy main road, yet it is known as a place where many traffic accidents occur. Due to its tragic history, there are countless reports of paranormal sightings.

• While driving, I get the feeling that there's someone I don't know sitting in the back seat.
• While driving, I hear sounds like someone banging on the window glass, and I can also hear people's voices.
• The car's steering wheel suddenly becomes heavy, or it starts to swerve uncontrollably from side to side.
• A female ghost in white clothing was sighted near the center of the tunnel.
• Sometimes, a blood-stained face can be seen reflected in the rearview mirror.

It was late at night, and I was driving through the Utsu Tunnel. I was so exhausted that I was driving absentmindedly when I suddenly felt a tapping on the passenger side window. I glanced over, thinking it couldn't be, and saw an upside-down face peering out the window. The face was terribly distorted, and I felt the blood drain from my face. I sped up and ran through the tunnel, but that face is still burned into my memory.

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summary

Gifu Prefecture has numerous haunted locations. Please be careful.Unauthorized entry is strictly prohibited.is.

*These personal accounts are based on information gathered through interviews and research.

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