A samurai theme park has opened where visitors can step into Edo-era Japan, join live dramas, and even try adults-only historical experiences.
The immersive attraction transforms a full-scale samurai movie set into a walkable world of ninja battles, gambling halls, and hands-on cultural activities designed primarily for adult guests.
From 360-degree live performances that unfold across entire streets to kimono rentals and interactive training experiences, it’s essentially a Westworld-style experience where samurai fans can live out their katana-wielding dreams – minus the bloody battles.
Samurai theme park lets you step back in time
According to the official website, the Kyoto-based park will open on March 28 under the English name Uzumasa Kyoto Village. It’s here where the park will turn a historic film backlot into a fully immersive samurai-era destination.
One of the headline activities is called “Evening Gambling,” which recreates a traditional Edo-era gambling parlor. To avoid any real clashes of swords, the park doesn’t prohibit real-world money from being used, which is probably a good thing if you’re looking to avoid being swindled by a shady ninja or shady swordsmaster.
However, the most eye-catching attraction is the Adults-Only Torture House, where visitors are treated as crime suspects and led into a mansion filled with historically recreated torture instruments.
According to Denfaminicogamer, the experience includes actual torture. Still, it is said to be completely painless, a bonus for those who wish to play out a worst-case scenario without the commitment.
After you’ve gambled and been tortured to your heart’s content, you can take it easy by checking out a performance, titled “The Bride’s Procession and Cherry Blossom Banquet,” which centers on unsettling rumors spreading through Kyoto on a wedding day.
You’ll be able to witness Local law enforcement investigating the incident, before enjoying a large-scale sword fight staged during the bridal procession. There will also be a ninja show and a major exhibition that will celebrate 100 years of Japanese period dramas.
Tickets went on sale online from February 19, with the park officially opening to the public on March 28.
