Ghostly Kyoto: 87 Supernatural Tales from Japan

Ancient temples, haunted bridges, and spectral women-discover 87 supernatural tales where Kyoto's history and Buddhist lore entwine with restless spirits, Hungry Ghosts, and the rituals that keep them at bay.

In Kyoto, ghosts are not just stories-they are neighbors, warnings, and, sometimes, protectors. This atmospheric collection gathers 87 supernatural legends from Japan's former capital, where every street corner, shrine, and cherry tree harbors its own haunting. From the fires of Obon gu...