Horror Story

A dimly lit Japanese temple courtyard at night, centered on a traditional bell tower with eerie shadows cast by lanterns and surrounding trees, evoking a mysterious atmosphere.

The Shadow of the Bell Tower

Hey, have you ever heard of this? A story about the 108th bell. You know, the bell that r ...

Haunted Japanese Heritage

An ancient Japanese temple bell illuminated by red-tinted moonlight, hanging in a traditional bell tower with eerie shadows and mist in the background.

What Does the Joyanokane Really Mean?

On New Year’s Eve, the sound of temple bells—known as Joyanokane—rings out acros ...