Eight Romantic No-Go Spots in Japan Where Couples Break Up Soon After Visiting

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

Japan is one of the most popular travel destinations for Taiwanese tourists and a favorite choice for many couples. However, when traveling abroad, it's not only important to mind your interactions but also crucial to choose the right locations. In Japan, there are many places associated with taboos related to couples. Below are eight legendary forbidden spots for couples, provided as a reference.

1. Tokyo Disneyland
Even Tokyo Disneyland, a must-visit in Japan, is considered a taboo spot for couples. Due to the park’s overwhelming crowds, waiting in long queues can easily lead to friction between couples, causing them to lose patience and end up arguing. As a result, even this dreamy Disney park has earned a reputation as a place where couples break up.

2. Ueno Park in Tokyo
Ueno Park is a famous cherry blossom viewing spot, vast in area, where visitors can enjoy a variety of beautiful scenery throughout the seasons. Legend has it that couples should avoid riding the swan boats together on Shinobazu Pond, or they risk breaking up.

3. Enoshima in Kanagawa
Enoshima boasts stunning scenery and is one of the most beloved resort destinations in Japan. The Enoshima Electric Railway is especially popular among tourists drawn by its connection to the anime “Slam Dunk.” It is said that the island’s enshrined goddess “Benzaiten” becomes jealous of couples’ happiness and may curse them, leading to breakups shortly after their visit.

4. Yokohama Landmark Tower in Kanagawa
Yokohama Landmark Tower is a popular dating spot for couples. Its Sky Garden observation deck offers a breathtaking 360-degree view of Yokohama’s night scenery—extremely romantic. However, there’s also a rumor that couples who visit the observation deck together will end up splitting up, which is quite surprising.