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Inside Japan's darkest destination

Tourist reveals why he ‘robbed’ Japanese grave #japan #aokigahara #darktourism #contentcreator #investigativejournalism #travel An Aussie content creator has brought fresh infamy to Japan’s ‘suicide forest’. But should tourists really be going there at all? Lochie Jones speaks to news.com.au to reveal his side of the story, along with experts exploring the ethical battleground surrounding Aokigahara and dark tourism. Australian Instagrammer Lochie Jones has ignited global outrage after filming himself drinking from an offering left on a grave in Japan’s infamous Aokigahara Forest. Branded “depraved” for what many saw as robbing a Japanese grave, his viral video drew condemnation worldwide, sparked a warning from the Australian embassy, and reignited debate over whether tourists should ever step foot in the so-called “suicide forest.” Jones defended his actions, claiming he wasn’t mocking Japanese culture but believed the caretaker would remove the drink anyway. He argued that leaving cigarettes in its place made it a kind of exchange, not theft. But critics saw it as exploitation of a sacred site already burdened with grief, trauma, and notoriety. His justification has only intensified questions about respect, responsibility, and the rise of dark tourism in Japan. Aokigahara, nestled at the foot of Mount Fuji, has long been tied to death and folklore. Known as the “Sea of Trees,” it has been portrayed as haunted by restless spirits and linked to historic practices of abandonment and suicide. Its reputation was supercharged in modern times by books, films, and one of YouTube’s darkest scandals in 2018, when Logan Paul infamously filmed a body in the forest. Despite its tragic legacy, Aokigahara also captivates visitors with its natural beauty—dense moss-covered volcanic terrain, towering cypresses, and eerie silence. For some, it is a spiritual and cultural site. For others, it has become a destination for thrill seekers, influencers, and the macabrely curious. This investigation explores the ethical battleground surrounding Aokigahara: why it attracts so many foreign visitors, how Japanese locals view its legacy, and whether it is possible to engage with the forest respectfully. Is it haunted? A lesson on mental health? Or simply a place that demands more reverence than outsiders often give? Connect With news.com.au Online ► [https://www.news.com.au] https://bit.ly/3WC8hOP ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Follow Us: Facebook ► [  / news.com.au  ] Instagram ► [https://www.instagram.com/newscomauhq...] Podcast ► [https://newscomau.org/FromTheNewsroom] TikTok ► [@news.com.au] X ► [https://x.com/newscomauHQ] ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel For The Very Latest News From Australia And Around The World: ► [   / @newscomauhq  ] ► [   / @newscomauhq  ] ► [   / @newscomauhq  ] ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬