Can I actually walk to the south side of Old Fukiage Tunnel from a station?

Yes, fans typically approach from Agano Station on the Seibu-Chichibu Line, but it is a long uphill walk and the area is quite isolated. Wear proper shoes and bring water because facilities are very limited near the tunnel.

Is the tunnel area open for photography and anime pilgrimage visits?

The surrounding public road can generally be photographed from outside, but you should avoid blocking traffic, entering restricted sections, or trespassing beyond barriers. Conditions can change due to road management or safety controls, so check local notices before going.

Are there any shops, toilets, or convenience stores near this Dark Gathering spot?

There are no major visitor facilities right at the south side of the old tunnel, so prepare in advance at the station area. This is best treated as a short stop on a wider Chichibu-area pilgrimage rather than a standalone tourist site.

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Dark Gathering

Tokyo

Episode

Ep. 14

Time

16m 34s

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35.8155, 139.2505

Nearest Station: Seibu-Chichibu Line Agano Station
Walk: About 55 minutes on foot
Best time to visit: Late afternoon in autumn or winter for a mood close to the anime, but visit before sunset for safety
Crowd level: Usually quiet

Keitaro, Yayoi, and Eiko stand on the road near the south side of Old Fukiage Tunnel as they approach a dangerous haunted spot.
This moment comes as the group heads toward a haunted hotspot, with the mood shifting from a simple test of courage into clear unease. Keitaro knows the trip is dangerous but still follows Yayoi and Eiko deeper into the site, while Yayoi stays characteristically calm and focused on tracking the spirit and curse. Eiko appears composed on the surface, yet the whole scene is filled with pressure and dread, making it feel certain that something worse is about to happen; just before this, they are mentally preparing to enter forbidden ground, and immediately after, they move into direct contact with the supernatural. The anime uses this location very directly, clearly referencing the road view on the south side of Old Fukiage Tunnel, including the curve of the road, its width, the surrounding trees, and the oppressive atmosphere leading toward the tunnel. Compared with the anime, the real site may differ slightly in vegetation growth, road surface texture, guardrails, and some signs or warning boards depending on season and year, and a few details appear simplified in the show. Overall, the series does not exaggerate the background too much, instead relying on the real terrain's eerie character to strengthen the horror, so the source spot is easy to recognize when compared with the real location and Street View.

Can I actually walk to the south side of Old Fukiage Tunnel from a station?: Yes, fans typically approach from Agano Station on the Seibu-Chichibu Line, but it is a long uphill walk and the area is quite isolated. Wear proper shoes and bring water because facilities are very limited near the tunnel.
Is the tunnel area open for photography and anime pilgrimage visits?: The surrounding public road can generally be photographed from outside, but you should avoid blocking traffic, entering restricted sections, or trespassing beyond barriers. Conditions can change due to road management or safety controls, so check local notices before going.
Are there any shops, toilets, or convenience stores near this Dark Gathering spot?: There are no major visitor facilities right at the south side of the old tunnel, so prepare in advance at the station area. This is best treated as a short stop on a wider Chichibu-area pilgrimage rather than a standalone tourist site.