[2026 Latest] Top 3 Ranking of Paranormal Rumors at 3 Parks in Kochi Prefecture

This compares publicly available information about the stages at Fudeyama Park, Godaisan Park, and Jōsei Park in Kōchi City with descriptions from pages listing haunted locations. It's important to note that the facts surrounding rumors are separate from actual events or occurrences. The ranking is based not on how scary the locations are, but on the quality of the information itself, considering factors such as transparency of sources, context of the location, safety information, recency of the information, and transparency of the rumor's origin.

Survey methods and evaluation criteria

We directly reviewed the text of the pages containing the rumors and organized them separately from the official Kochi City guide or the city's call center FAQ for the same area. The judgment is based on the unit of the claim. If independent sources support the same specific facts, it is considered a match; if there are both supported and unconfirmed parts, it is considered a partial match; if directly different facts are confirmed, it is considered a mismatch; and if there are no comparable records, it is considered unmeasurable. New facts are used only when a meaningful factual document not present in the rumor is confirmed and a direct comparison is not possible. Matching locations or facilities, or the fact that the rumor is published, does not constitute evidence of a supernatural occurrence. The ranking is evaluated on a total of 100 points, with 30 points for source transparency, 25 points for historical/spatial context, 20 points for safety information, 15 points for freshness of information, and 10 points for source transparency of the rumor, and does not represent the degree of fear or danger.

1st place: Godaisan Park | Unmeasurable (75 points)

The rumored details

The Godaisan Park page on the nationwide paranormal map lists rumors such as "animal spirits appear" and "ghost photos can be taken," and also mentions that spirits pass around the observation deck and telephone booth. This is merely a description of stories circulating on the page and does not constitute a record indicating that the site administrators have confirmed the phenomena. The real names of witnesses, dates and times, and verifiable photographic evidence could not be traced from the text reviewed here.

Source of the rumor and date of verification

The page displays an update date of 2023/02/09. The content is treated as a secondary publication example of the National Haunted Map, and since no other documents indicating the contributor or the time it was first mentioned could be found, its first appearance is considered unknown. Do not confuse the page's update date with the time the rumor originated.

• Nationwide Haunted Map | Godaisan Park(Confirmed on 2026-10-13) — The section on paranormal rumors mentions "animal spirits appearing" and "the possibility of taking paranormal photos," and also describes the area around the observation deck and telephone booth.

Things that could be confirmed from official and primary source materials

The Kochi City tourist guide (updated May 12, 2026) describes Godaisan Park as a park in the southeastern part of Kochi City, mentioning its famous azaleas, the Chikurinji Temple and Makino Botanical Garden at the summit, and the observation terrace on the mountainside from which one can view Kochi city and Urado Bay. The official address is 210-1 Kyūe, Kochi City. This is a guide to the scenery and location, and is not a document that evaluates the authenticity of animal spirits or photographs.

• Kochi City Tourist Information | Godaisan Park(Confirmed on 2026-10-13) — Located in the southeastern part of Kochi City, it is a famous spot for azaleas. There is an observation terrace on the hillside, offering a spectacular view of Kochi city and Urado Bay. Representative address: 210-1 Kyūe, Kochi City

Points of agreement/contradictions

The official website only verifies the park's location and scenic facilities, not the rumored animal spirits or paranormal photographs. While the location element of having an observation facility overlaps, the coincidence of locations cannot be used to support the paranormal activity. Neither the appearance of animal spirits nor the content of the photographs taken can be independently confirmed in the publicly released documents, and no records indicating contradictions have been obtained.

The rumored atomic claim	Matching results	reason	Corresponding documents
Animal spirits appear	Unconfirmed	While the rumor is mentioned on the website, the city's tourist information, which we checked this time, neither confirms nor refutes the ghost's appearance.	No official data available for direct comparison.
You can take photos of ghosts.	Unconfirmed	Although there are rumors of a photo at the source, we have not been able to verify any images or shooting conditions in independent sources.	No official data available for direct comparison.

Alternative interpretation

While nighttime city lights, light from the direction of the view, and exposure and reflections in photographs can generally affect how a photograph looks, we cannot definitively say that these are the causes as we have not examined specific photographs of this location. We will only mention the possibility of misinterpretation in dark places and will not explain it as the cause of the rumor.

Scope and limitations of the investigation

I only checked the page where the rumor was posted, the Kochi City tourist guide, and the location information on the search map. I did not comprehensively check primary records such as the date and time, witnesses, original images, shooting conditions, or incident log, and I will not use the absence of information as proof that the event did not exist.

Verification result: Unmeasurable

The rumor page publishes rumors about animal spirits and photographs, while the city's page only describes the facilities and views. Since there are no records that can be directly verified, and official documents do not deny them, both claims were deemed unmeasurable.

Document Quality Score

Source transparency	24/30	While the location and facilities can be tracked through the updated tourist guide for Kochi City, the source of the original material for the supernatural phenomena is not clearly indicated on the user-submitted page.
Historical and spatial context	16/25	While the park's topography provides context for the temple and botanical garden at the summit and the observation terrace halfway up the mountain, no documents detailing the origin of the rumor have been found.
Safety information	15/20	While the location and public information are available, details regarding nighttime opening hours, accessibility, and safety information for those investigating supernatural phenomena are not included in this document.
Newness of information	13/15	The city's park guide was updated on May 12, 2026, making it up-to-date, but there is no primary source to compare it with changes since the last update of the rumors page.
Transparency of the source of rumors	7/10	The page listing shows the update date and the text, but the original poster, first appearance, and supporting links for each rumor cannot be identified.
total	75/100	This is the overall quality of the materials. It does not represent the degree of truthfulness or danger associated with the supernatural phenomena.

Safety information and maps

This article does not recommend exploring the park at night. When using the park, please follow the opening/closing signs and the latest information from Kochi City and other authorities, do not enter restricted areas, slopes, or roads, and do not cause inconvenience to others or the facilities for the purpose of photography.

Map location: Displays the representative point for Godaisan Park on OpenStreetMap. This does not indicate a specific point mentioned in the rumor description.

Check the area around Godaisan Park on Google Maps.

2nd place: Fudeyama Park | Unmeasurable (69 points)

The rumored details

The Fudeyama Park page on the National Haunted Map lists "a male ghost appears" and "ghost photos can be taken" as paranormal rumors. The page contains user-submitted information, and this listing only indicates that the rumors are on the site. It cannot be confirmed as primary source material with the date and time of eyewitness accounts or verifiable image records, and therefore should not be treated as factual evidence of paranormal activity.

Source of the rumor and date of verification

The page displays 2020/12/15 as its last update date, and the update history indicates that the post about Fudeyama Park was made on 2018/07/14. Since the original source of the story and the poster cannot be confirmed, it is treated as a secondary publication with an unknown origin.

• Nationwide Haunted Map | Fudeyama Park(Confirmed on 2026-10-13) — The section on paranormal phenomena states "A male ghost appears" and "You can take photos of ghosts." The update date is 2020/12/15, and the update history shows it was posted on 2018/07/14.

Things that could be confirmed from official and primary source materials

The Kochi City Children's Page (updated February 26, 2026) lists Fudeyama Park as a park within the Shioe Elementary School district, mentioning that the city can be seen from the observation deck and indicating its location as Fudeyama-cho. This official page only verifies the park's location and viewing facilities; it does not contain any documentation or judgment regarding the authenticity of the male ghost or the paranormal photographs.

• Kochi City Children's Page | Let's Play in the Park(Confirmed on 2026-10-13) — The section for Shioe Elementary School district lists "Hitsuzan Park," stating "There's an observation deck where you can overlook the town!", and the location is listed as "Hitsuzan-cho."

Points of agreement/contradictions

The observation deck mentioned in the city's guide provides some background for considering the location in question, but it doesn't corroborate the claims of the male ghost or the authenticity of the photographs. Regarding the two paranormal claims listed on the rumor page, we haven't found any documents from the official guide that match or deny them, so we won't include the overlap in facility names in our assessment.

The rumored atomic claim	Matching results	reason	Corresponding documents
A male ghost appears	Unconfirmed	While the rumored description on the page can be verified, the city's park guide does not include eyewitness accounts, and there is no support from independent sources.	No official data available for direct comparison.
You can take photos of ghosts.	Unconfirmed	The original image, date, and conditions of the photograph could not be verified, and the city's location information is not sufficient to determine the authenticity of the photograph.	No official data available for direct comparison.

Alternative interpretation

While the darkness of the mountain path, the light from distant scenery, and differences in reflection and exposure during shooting can generally be considered as factors that alter the visual impression, we cannot explain these as the cause of this rumor without having the image in question or the shooting conditions.

Scope and limitations of the investigation

The scope of our investigation included the rumor page, the Kochi City children's park guide, and the park's location on a map. It did not cover the process by which the rumor originated, individual photographic materials, or past official records, and therefore, we cannot conclude from the scope of our investigation that the event did not occur.

Verification result: Unmeasurable

The source of the article mentions a male ghost and a paranormal photograph as rumors, but the city's guide only points to the park's location and observation deck. Since there is no independent record to support or refute the claim, and the location description alone does not corroborate the paranormal activity, it is deemed impossible to measure.

Document Quality Score

Source transparency	23/30	While the name and location can be confirmed in the park guide for Kochi City, the rumor page does not provide any source of evidence to support the sighting.
Historical and spatial context	14/25	While the basic context of the park, including the observation deck, can be obtained, the origins of the rumors and the history of the location are not linked through independent records.
Safety information	13/20	The official website provides directions to the park, but it does not outline safety procedures for nighttime use or photography, and safety information is limited.
Newness of information	12/15	The information for Kochi City was updated on February 26, 2026, but the source of the information is only a record of past updates and does not directly indicate the current situation.
Transparency of the source of rumors	7/10	While the posting and update time is recorded on the page, it is not possible to track down the person who originally wrote each rumor or the supporting documents.
total	69/100	This is the overall quality of the materials. It does not represent the degree of truthfulness or danger associated with the supernatural phenomena.

Safety information and maps

This article does not encourage nighttime visits or ghost hunting. When using the park, please follow the signs and instructions from the park administrators, do not enter dark slopes or restricted areas, and respect the peace and quiet of local residents and other users.

Map location: Displays the representative point for Fudeyama Park on OpenStreetMap. This does not indicate a specific point mentioned in the rumor description.

Check the area around Fudeyama Park on Google Maps.

3rd Place: Jōsei Park Stage | Unmeasurable (52 points)

The rumored details

The Jōsai Park stage page on the National Haunted Map website features strong content linking past deaths to ghost stories, while the page's administrator cautions against "insufficient primary information" and "unverified content." The article does not reiterate the details of the events, and the only thing being verified here is the fact that "such stories are posted," not treating the submitted content as factual evidence of the incident.

Source of the rumor and date of verification

The page's update history is dated 2025/06/13, and the page's disclaimer clearly states "Primary information is currently lacking" and "Contains unverified content." The original location and poster are unknown, and it will be treated as a secondary publication or an unknown first appearance. The administrator's own disclaimer is included to prevent confusion with fact-verified records.

• National Haunted Map | Jōsai Park Stage(Confirmed on 2026-10-13) — The text contains a story linking the death of a historical figure to a spirit, prompting the administrator to note that "primary information is currently lacking" and "the content is unconfirmed."

Things that could be confirmed from official and primary source materials

The Kochi City Call Center FAQ has a heading that reads, "I would like to apply for permission to use the park grounds (Jōsei Park, Maruike Park, Hagi Park)," confirming that Jōsei Park is specifically mentioned in the city's park usage system. However, this FAQ is not a document that records incidents or accidents, and the heading does not allow one to confirm the location of the stage or past events.

• Kochi City Call Center | Park Ground Usage FAQ(Confirmed on 2026-10-13) — I would like to apply for permission to use the park grounds. (Jōsei Park, Maruike Park, Hagi Park) (FAQ) | Kochi City Call Center

Points of agreement/contradictions

The city's FAQ lists "Jōsei Park" as a park grounds that can be used with a permit, but the past deaths and strange occurrences mentioned in the FAQ cannot be confirmed. The FAQ is a guide to park usage procedures and not a case file, so it cannot be concluded that the story is false simply because it is not mentioned. The source of the information also notes a lack of primary source material.

The rumored atomic claim	Matching results	reason	Corresponding documents
The content strongly links the deaths of historical figures to ghost stories.	Unconfirmed	The source itself has noted that it lacks primary source information and is unverified, and the city's FAQ is not a document that corroborates the events.	No official data available for direct comparison.
Such stories are published.	Unconfirmed	While it can be confirmed that this story was published on the page, the supernatural phenomena and events themselves have not been verified with independent sources.	No official data available for direct comparison.

Alternative interpretation

The appearance of the stage and seating area within the park may change depending on the time of day and lighting, but since we do not have on-site images or observation records, we cannot definitively conclude that the atmosphere gave rise to the rumors. It is important not to interpret the source's note about insufficient information as proof or denial of any supernatural occurrence.

Scope and limitations of the investigation

The only official page we were able to find was an FAQ explaining the procedures for using the park, not a record of the incident. The rumor page itself acknowledges the lack of primary source information. This verification was limited to publicly available texts and did not involve examining all records from newspapers, the police, or the administration, so we cannot claim that no records exist.

Verification result: Unmeasurable

The source of the information, while linking death and spirits, clearly states that it lacks primary source information and is unverified. The city's FAQ only lists the park name and usage procedures and does not include any independent incident records, so the veracity of the story cannot be determined, and the absence of publication is not treated as counter-evidence.

Document Quality Score

Source transparency	16/30	While the park usage regulations can be found under the title of the Kochi City FAQ, there is no official basis in this document for the events described.
Historical and spatial context	10/25	Aside from the park's name appearing in the user guide, the rumored setting and origin of the story have not been confirmed through independent records.
Safety information	11/20	While information on the park usage system is available, details regarding nighttime use at the site and precautions around the stage area cannot be found in this document.
Newness of information	11/15	The rumor page shows an update history up to June 2025, but the current state of the local situation cannot be assessed solely from the FAQ headings that were reviewed.
Transparency of the source of rumors	4/10	While the source acknowledges a lack of primary sources, it fails to provide verifiable sources for the original poster, source documents, or events.
total	52/100	This is the overall quality of the materials. It does not represent the degree of truthfulness or danger associated with the supernatural phenomena.

Safety information and maps

We do not recommend visiting the site to verify unconfirmed information regarding deaths. Please abide by the park's operating hours and access restrictions, and avoid making noise at night, entering restricted areas, and photographing other visitors. If you cannot confirm the usage conditions in the official guide, do not attempt to explore the area.

Map Location: Displays the representative point for Jōsai Park on OpenStreetMap. Stage-specific locations could not be confirmed, and this does not indicate individual locations within the park.

Check the area around Jōsai Park Stage on Google Maps

What I learned by crossing locations

When examining the three locations, the city guides for Godaisan Park and Fudeyama Park describe their locations, observation facilities, and scenery, while the city FAQ for Jōsei Park only lists it as a park subject to park ground usage permits. These are documents that confirm the existence and facilities of the parks, and do not confirm the appearance of spirits or past events. Regarding the claims of animal spirits and photographs at Godaisan and male spirits and photographs at Fudeyama, we were unable to obtain any independent records or counter-evidence this time. The source of the Jōsei Park stage is noted as lacking primary information and being unconfirmed, so we will not repost the details of the events. We have reviewed the update dates of each page, the city's facility guides, and the administrators' notes, but we have not been able to obtain any documents that can determine the phenomenon, and therefore we will not consider something to be inconsistent simply because it is not in the documents.

summary

The information gathered this time includes the names and locations of the three parks, observation facilities, and the descriptions and limitations of the rumor pages. No records were obtained to support the claims of paranormal activity, and all were deemed immeasurable. This does not mean that the rumors are false, but rather that there is insufficient independent data to compare with the atomic claims within the scope of what was obtained this time. Nighttime visits and unauthorized entry are not recommended, and in the future, please prioritize official guidance from the administrators and safety conditions when conducting investigations.

FAQ

Does "unmeasurable" mean the rumor is false?

No. The judgment is limited to the fact that the materials reviewed this time are insufficient to support or refute the specific claims in the rumor. The mere absence of information does not constitute a discrepancy.

Does the fact that the park is listed in the Kochi City park guide prove the rumor?

No. Confirming the park name and observation facilities is location information. It is separate from evidence of ghost sightings, photographs, or events, so each claim needs to be examined using separate sources.

May I visit the park at night to check?

This article does not recommend exploring at night. If you do use the area, please follow the signs and the latest information from the administrators, and avoid entering restricted areas or causing inconvenience to other users.