The ruins of Tokyo—places that once supported people's lives and liveliness have quietly decayed over time, and are now shrouded in deep darkness. In this article, we have carefully selected 10 of Tokyo's many abandoned places that are particularly known for their constant reports of paranormal activity, and will introduce them along with actual personal accounts.
⚠️ Attention:Never enter private property or restricted areas. This does not endorse illegal activities.
1. Hotel Katsugyo (Hachioji City, Tokyo)
Hotel Katsugyo, located in Hachioji City, Tokyo, is a massive, now-abandoned hotel that once flourished during the bubble economy. After its bankruptcy, it was left neglected for a long time, becoming a ruin and gaining notoriety as one of Tokyo's most haunted spots. Unexplained noises and sightings of figures are constant, and it remains a popular late-night haunted spot for young people.
- Screams can be heard from an empty room.
- A woman's figure staring out the window.
- Sudden onset of severe illness or nausea
- Camera and smartphone batteries are draining rapidly.
- I feel like I'm being watched in certain places.
"When I visited Hotel Katsugyo late at night with a friend, the chandelier on the top-floor restaurant suddenly began to swing violently. It was unnatural since there was no wind, so I immediately headed for the emergency stairs to escape. On the landing halfway down, I saw a woman in a white dress standing there. The moment our eyes met, she slowly began to reach out her hand towards me. I will never go there again."
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⚠️ Attention:This is private property and entry is prohibited. Trespassing is a crime.
2. Yui Grand Hotel (Ome City, Tokyo)
Nestled in the mountains of Okutama, the Yui Grand Hotel is known as a large-scale abandoned hotel. It is said that there have been fires and disappearances of employees in the past, and that the vengeful spirits of those events still linger there. The interior is dilapidated and has an eerie atmosphere, and there have been numerous reports of sightings of female ghosts in particular, and it is said that paranormal phenomena frequently occur there.
- The sound of a woman walking down the corridor
- Sobbing can be heard coming from a specific room.
- The ghost of a woman in a white kimono standing by the window
- Sudden temperature changes or cold air
- The camera flash goes off automatically.
"When I went to the Yui Grand Hotel for a test of courage, I tried to take a picture in a guest room on the top floor, but the flash suddenly went off on its own. I took several more pictures, but the flash went off in the same spot each time. When I checked the photos later, that part was bright white, and I could faintly see a woman's shadow in the background. It reminded me of the rumors about the disappearance of an employee, and I got goosebumps."
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⚠️ Attention:The building is extremely dilapidated and dangerous. It is private property and entry is prohibited.
3. Hinode Sanso (Hinode-machi, Tokyo)
Located in Hinode-machi, Tokyo, Hinode Sanso is the ruins of a once-luxurious inn known for having been used by a former prime minister. After its closure, it was left neglected and fell into disrepair, leading to rumors of suicides and mysterious deaths within its walls. It is said that strange phenomena occur there night after night, with many sightings of ghosts in the bathhouse in particular, and there are also stories of eerie voices being heard.
- Multiple translucent figures appear in the bathhouse.
- Voices can be heard coming from a room that should be empty.
- Sudden headaches or dizziness
- The flashlight turns off by itself.
- A strange odor begins to waft through the air.
"The moment I stepped into the bathhouse at Hinode Sanso, a shiver ran down my spine. As I stood where the bathtub must have been, something white like steam crossed in front of me, and at the same time I heard what sounded like a woman sobbing. I hurried towards the exit, but when I looked back, I saw several figures sitting on the edge of the bathtub. My legs froze, and I felt like I couldn't move."
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⚠️ Attention:The building is in a dangerous condition. Entry is prohibited as it is private property.
4. Hotel New Mukogaoka (Inagi City, Tokyo)
Hotel New Mukogaoka, formerly a hotel attached to a once-popular leisure facility, was left abandoned for a long time after its closure and became known as a haunted spot. There have been sightings of female and child ghosts on multiple floors, and it is rumored that you can take paranormal photos there. Rapping phenomena have also been reported, and its eerie atmosphere attracts many people looking to test their courage.
- A woman's sobbing
- The sound of children running around
- The rapping phenomenon of hitting the wall
- Orbs and human figures appearing in photographs
- I feel an unusually cold gaze.
"When I took pictures in a room that looked like a children's room at Hotel New Mukogaoka, I heard a 'tap-tap' sound coming from the wall every time I pressed the shutter. At first, I thought I was imagining things, but the sound got louder and louder, as if it were calling out to me. When I looked back at the photos later, I saw what looked like multiple children's faces reflected outside the window, and it sent chills down my spine."
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⚠️ Attention:The building is dilapidated and dangerous. Entry is prohibited as it is private property.
5. Hotel Angel (Ome City, Tokyo)
Located in Okutama, Hotel Angel is a large, abandoned hotel that, after its bankruptcy, is rife with illegal dumping and graffiti. There are rumors of past murders and suicides, and it is said that paranormal phenomena frequently occur there. In particular, there are many sightings of spirits in the basement and fire escapes, and eerie experiences are commonplace. Its gloomy atmosphere draws visitors into a deep sense of terror.
- Groans can be heard from underground.
- A female ghost was sighted on the fire escape.
- Sudden chills and nausea
- The camera shutter is firing automatically.
- I feel like I'm being watched from among the illegally dumped waste.
"As I was climbing the fire escape at Hotel Angel, I suddenly felt a cold breath blown on me from behind, and at the same time, I heard a woman sobbing. When I turned around, a woman in a white dress was standing on the landing of the stairs, and she slowly began to turn her face towards me. Her face was deathly pale, and only her eyes were staring blankly at me. I couldn't move another step."
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⚠️ Attention:The building is extremely dangerous. Entry is prohibited as it is private property.
6. Hotel Fujien (Hachioji City, Tokyo)
Hotel Fujien, located in Hachioji City, Tokyo, was once a thriving hot spring inn, but it is now a massive abandoned building that closed down due to financial difficulties. Rumors persist that multiple suicides have occurred there, and it is said that eerie voices and noises can be heard late at night. Young people continue to visit for a test of courage, and there have been reports of them experiencing paranormal phenomena, which speaks to the depth of the vengeful spirits that haunt the place.
- Voices can be heard coming from a room that should be empty.
- A woman's sobbing echoes in the middle of the night
- A translucent figure appears in the bathhouse.
- Rapid drop in body temperature and chills
- The amulet I brought with me is getting hot.
"The moment I stepped onto the site of the former open-air bath at Hotel Fujien, my body suddenly became heavy, and I got goosebumps all over. Then, I felt an intense gaze coming from where the bathtub used to be, as if someone was watching me, and at the same time, I heard a woman's pained groans. I panicked and ran away, but that night I developed a high fever and was unwell for a while."
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⚠️ Attention:The building is severely dilapidated and dangerous. Entry is prohibited as it is private property.
7. Old Fukiage Tunnel (Ome City, Tokyo)
The old Fukiage Tunnel, located on the old route of the Ome Kaido road, is known as a historic hand-dug tunnel. It is said to have been constructed during the Meiji era at the cost of many lives, and the lingering regrets of those who perished are believed to remain. Ghosts of women and children have been sighted inside, and strange phenomena such as car engines stopping have been reported, making its eerie history a source of dread for visitors.
- A woman's sobbing inside the tunnel
- Footsteps like a child chasing you
- The car engine suddenly stopped.
- A white figure stands outside the window.
- Sudden nausea or shortness of breath
"Late at night, while driving through the old Fukiage Tunnel with a friend, the car's navigation screen suddenly went blank with static, and at the same time, the engine stopped. I frantically tried to restart it, but there was no response. At that moment, my friend in the passenger seat pointed and said in a trembling voice, 'Hey, look out the window...' When I looked, I saw a pale woman's face pressed against the driver's side window. I almost fainted right then and there."
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⚠️ Attention:It's still a public road, but it's dangerous to travel there at night. There are constant rumors of paranormal activity.
8. Komine Tunnel (Akiruno City, Tokyo)
Komine Tunnel is one of the most famous haunted tunnels in Japan. There are rumors of numerous suicides and accidents occurring inside the tunnel, and it is said that the ghost of a woman appears especially late at night. The interior is dimly lit and has an eerie atmosphere, and inexplicable footsteps and voices can sometimes be heard. Its history and environment combine to make it a place where one can experience intense terror.
- The sounds of a woman sobbing and moaning
- Footsteps walking inside the tunnel
- A human figure illuminated by car headlights
- Sudden drop in temperature or cold air
- My smartphone signal is cut off.
"As I was walking through the Komine Tunnel, I suddenly felt a weight on my body near the middle of the tunnel, and I felt as if someone had tapped me on the shoulder from behind. When I turned around, there was no one there, but I began to hear a woman's sobbing coming from the back of the tunnel. I hurried out of the tunnel, and the moment I got out, I heard a voice from behind saying, 'Wait,' and when I turned around, there was a white figure standing at the entrance of the tunnel."
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⚠️ Attention:Although it is still a public road, it is known to be extremely dangerous. Please avoid visiting at night.
9. Hata Tunnel (Akiruno City, Tokyo)
Hata Tunnel, along with Komine Tunnel, is one of the most notorious haunted tunnels in the Tama area. It is said to be the site of gang wars, accidents, and suicides in the past, and is believed to be swirling with many vengeful spirits. There are rumors of inexplicable footsteps and voices being heard inside the tunnel, and that paranormal photographs can be taken there. Its gruesome history is sure to instill deep fear in visitors.
- Screams can be heard from the back of the tunnel.
- Multiple footsteps and sounds of people running around
- Countless orbs appear in the photograph
- Car audio system automatically increases volume
- Sudden dizziness or tinnitus
"As I was driving through the Hata Tunnel, the volume on my car's audio system suddenly went to maximum at the entrance, and at the same time, I heard a creepy man's laughter. I tried to quickly turn the volume down, but it didn't respond at all. I panicked and drove through the tunnel, and the laughter stopped, but when I looked in the rearview mirror, I saw several red lights floating in the tunnel. It was really scary."
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⚠️ Attention:This road is still in use, but it is known to be dangerous. Please avoid visiting at night.
10. Hachioji Castle Ruins (Hachioji City, Tokyo)
Hachioji Castle, a tragic castle that fell during Toyotomi Hideyoshi's siege of Odawara in the Sengoku period, where many women and children committed suicide, is now a well-known haunted spot. The entire castle site is particularly eerie, and it is said that the spirits of the women who committed suicide appear at the Goshuden Waterfall. The atmosphere is especially unsettling at night, and its historical context only amplifies the sense of terror.
- The sound of a woman sobbing can be heard coming from the waterfall of the main hall.
- The sound of warriors' footsteps and horses' neighing
- White figures have been sighted in various locations at the castle ruins.
- Sudden cold snap and heavy air
- The camera freezes or the shutter won't fire.
"When I visited the Goshuden Waterfall at the Hachioji Castle ruins, I heard the sounds of several women sobbing coming from the base of the waterfall. There was no one around, yet the voices grew louder and louder, almost as if they were mingling with the sound of the waterfall. And then, I could faintly see the faces of several women emerging from the white spray of the waterfall. It was a moment when I truly felt the tragedy of the Sengoku period."
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⚠️ Attention:It is a national historical site, and entry is prohibited at night. There have been reports of paranormal activity even during the daytime.
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A terrifying experience in Tokyo's abandoned buildings is full of heart-stopping thrills. However, actually venturing in is dangerous and involves legal issues. In such cases, why not immerse yourself in a world of terror by watching horror movies in the safety of your own home?
There are many works of fiction set in abandoned places or films based on urban legends. For example, works featuring abandoned hospitals or hotels, or haunted tunnels, often overlap with the locations introduced here, allowing you to experience a more immersive sense of horror.
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summary
Tokyo is home to numerous ruins buried in the shadows of history, each harboring its own unique tale of horror. The ten spots introduced here have been the subject of numerous paranormal reports, and their eerie atmosphere continues to captivate visitors. However, these places are extremely dangerous, and trespassing on private property is strictly prohibited. We hope you will contemplate their history and horrors from a safe distance and appreciate the allure of these haunted locations.
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