Craft Shigaraki Pottery and Explore The Way of the Ninja
Day 1
Spot No. 1 Shigaraki Kogen Railway Shigaraki Station
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10 min on foot
Spot No. 2 Okudachuzaemongama Shigaraki-togeimura
At this historic ceramics maker, experience making something yourself, watch a master at work or do a little shopping. They also rent out ninja clothing. Both adults and children can enjoy dressing as ninja and taking a stroll through Koka.
Prior reservation required. (*Please inquire at least 3 days before your visit)
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10 min on foot
Spot No. 3 Shigaraki Kogen Railway Shigaraki Station
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31 min by train
Spot No. 4 JR Konan Station
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5 min by taxi (car)
Spot No. 5 Koka Ninjutsu Yashiki
This ninjutsu yashiki (“house of ninja techniques”) was built during the Edo period (1603 – 1868), and is the last true house of ninja remaining in Japan. Gear and weapons actually used by Koka ninja are on display, allowing you to experience the intellect and crafty skills of ninja of the period. Guided tours of the house are also available.
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5 min by taxi (car)
Spot No. 6 JR Konan Station
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6 min by train
Spot No. 7 Koka Ninja Village
In the wide grounds of this village in Koka, origin of the ninja, you can find a museum dedicated to ninja techniques, a house full of ninja traps and secret panels, “water spider” water crossing devices and a shuriken throwing star dojo. Experience the secret world of the fabled ninja for yourself!
The Koka Ninja Village allows you to experience ninja training that will excite any adult or child! Slip into authentic ninja gear and then try your hand at stone wall climbing, much like rock climbing, a water spider water crossing by holding a rope with floats on your feet, and a shuriken dojo where you can aim at targets with real shuriken throwing stars. All who take part in the training will receive a scroll indicating their initiation into the secrets of the ninja. You can also view a variety of materials on ninja arts. [Rental costumes: Children 610yen / day, adults 1,030yen / day]
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10 min by bus