J is for Japan’s Aokigahara Suicide Forest

Aokigahara Forest is known by the locals as the “Sea of Trees,” worldwide it’s known as the “Suicide Forest.” In this week’s episode, the Ladies of Macabre discuss Japan’s history with suicide and how the forest at the base of Mt. Fuji got its other names.Patreon members get ad free content, early access and exclusive bonus episodes : Macabre PatreonSend your Hometown Macabre stories for a future listener episode!Record your listener tales at www.macabrepod.comEmail us at [email protected] our private Facebook Group at : MacabrePodcastResources: Aokigahara Forest - Aokigahara Aokigahara Forest | Travel Japan - Japan National Tourism Organization (Official Site) 15 Eerie Facts About Japan’s Suicide Forest (mentalfloss.com) Ubasute jūsankei. (berkeley.edu) The Shinto religion and suicide in Japan | Oxford Textbook of Suicidology and Suicide Prevention | Oxford Academic (oup.com) Seppuku | Definition, History, & Facts | Britannica Shinto | Asia Society Resources for Help:  988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline - Call. Text. Chat. (988lifeline.org) Suicide prevention resources | AFSP Suicidal Crisis Support - IASPSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/macabre-dark-history/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy