80. The Akagi Temple Disappearance: A Golden Week Mystery

The Akagi Temple disappearance is a chilling unsolved mystery from Japan's Gunma Prefecture. On May 3, 1998, during Golden Week, 48-year-old Noriko vanished near Mount Akagi, a dormant volcano with historical significance and mysterious lore. Despite extensive searches by over 100 officers, rescue dogs, and public involvement, no trace of her was found. Theories ranged from a staged disappearance to abduction and tragic accident, but no evidence supported these claims. Her disappearance was compounded by silent calls to her family and an unusual amount of money she carried. Declared dead a decade later, Noriko's family continues their annual pilgrimage to Mount Akagi, hoping for answers to this enduring enigma.

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