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Osarizawa Mine in Akita｜History, Hidden Christians & a Tragic Dam Disaster
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The Chilling Charm of Osarizawa Mine in Akita Osarizawa Mine Historic Site is a former mining complex turned theme park located in Kazuno City, Akita Prefecture. It originally opened in 1982 as “Mine Land Osarizawa” and was rebranded in April 2008 as the “Historic Site Osarizawa Mine.” Is Osarizawa Mine Haunted? Some people refer to Osarizawa Mine as a haunted spot in northern Japan. It’s even a popular destination for thrill-seekers and urban explorers. Officially, there’s no confirmation of any supernatural presence — but once you step into the chilly, dimly lit tunnels, you might feel a little uneasy. The ...