aventuro Back to map A
Amusement parks #12 in Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Shinobi No Sato Ninja Village

4 · 2,280 reviews
Themed, playful, and family-oriented.
Shinobi No Sato Ninja Village, 2845 Shibokusa, Oshino, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi 401-0511, Japan
Interesting facts
1

The village is built around a traditional-style garden that replicates the aesthetic of the Edo period.

2

The on-site 'Karakuri Yashiki' (trick house) is specifically designed with architectural puzzles and secret mechanisms typical of historical ninja residences.

3

The outdoor stage performances incorporate martial arts choreography specific to the Iga and Koga ninja traditions.

4

The village is located in Oshino, a region historically famous for the pristine groundwater supplied by Mount Fuji.

Overview

Shinobi No Sato Ninja Village is a themed park located in Oshino that integrates ninja-themed performances with traditional Japanese garden scenery. The venue features a dedicated stage for live ninja action shows that utilize acrobatics and weapon displays. Guests can explore a trick-filled ninja residence, known as a Karakuri Yashiki, which includes hidden passages and sliding doors. The park provides visitors with the opportunity to practice shuriken throwing and blowgun techniques at dedicated target ranges. The location is centered around a Japanese-style garden that frames views of Mount Fuji in the background. Visitors can rent ninja costumes to enhance their experience while walking through the grounds. A gift shop on the premises stocks a variety of ninja-related merchandise and local Yamanashi souvenirs. The facility is situated near the Oshino Hakkai spring group, making it part of a popular tourist circuit in the Fuji Five Lakes area.

Photo spot

The central garden pond with Mount Fuji reflected in the water and the ninja village architecture in the foreground.

Insider tips

Rent a ninja costume at the entrance to participate more fully in the themed environment.

Check the daily show schedule immediately upon arrival to ensure you do not miss the live performances.

Bring comfortable walking shoes, as the garden and trick house involve navigating uneven terrain and traditional wooden flooring.

What to avoid

Do not attempt to touch or force open locked wooden panels in the trick house; use only designated paths.

Good to know

None.

Etiquette

Remove shoes before entering the indoor ninja residence and traditional buildings.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
2-3 hours
Best time to visit
Spring or autumn for clear views of Mount Fuji and mild weather during outdoor demonstrations.
Address
Shinobi No Sato Ninja Village, 2845 Shibokusa, Oshino, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi 401-0511, Japan
35.457, 138.818
Get directions
Details
Key attractionsLive ninja action shows and Karakuri trick house
Interactive experiencesShuriken and blowgun target practice

Frequently asked

Plan for about 2-3 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Spring or autumn for clear views of Mount Fuji and mild weather during outdoor demonstrations..

The central garden pond with Mount Fuji reflected in the water and the ninja village architecture in the foreground.

Close by you'll find Oshino hakkai, Yamanashi Prefectural Fuji-yuusui-no-sato & Mori-no-naka Aquarium, Fuji-Q Highland.