Urban Legends

' The Howling Inunaki Tunnel.

The true mystery of Inunaki Village is whether or not it ever existed. Rumors of it have persisted in Japan and online since the 1990's. Supposedly located deep in the Inunaki countryside of Kyushu's Fukoka Prefecture, this abandoned village is said to be only accessible through Inunaki Tunnel.

The stories say that all who enter the village are doomed to a violent death. These myths and tales also seem to mention that there is some sort of "official" sigh stating: "The Japanese constitution is not in effect past here." meaning all who enter are on their own to face the real or supernatural horrors that await. The sounds of barking dogs and ghastly screams emanate from deep inside the tunnel. The tales were likely inspired by a brutal murder that actually took place in Inunaki Tunnel. The tunnel, being remote and rarely used by traffic, was a popular spot for gangs. One afternoon in December 1988, a group of teens kidnapped, robbed, and tortured 20 year old Umeyama Kouichi before burning the young man alive deep within the tunnel. Today, Inunaki Tunnel, Or "Howling Dog Tunnel" in Japanese, is considered one of the most haunted places in Japan. Large concrete bricks block its entrance (Though adventurers manage to get in, regardless.). Locals say electronic devices and even their cars often break down around the tunnel, and the sounds of barking dogs and ghastly screams emanate from deep inside the tunnel of death.