Shiga: Explore the Secret World of Koka Ninja

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the fascinating world of Japan's ninja on a guided tour of Koka, the birthplace of the Koka-ryu ninja. This immersive journey takes you through the Koka-ryu Ninjutsu Yashiki, a unique house that served as both home and fortress, revealing ingenious ninja architecture designed for survival. Learn the art of shuriken throwing and discover the real history of ninjutsu at the Koka-ryu Real Ninja Museum, complete with interactive exhibits and historical insights. Gain a deeper appreciation for the ninja's role in society through engaging stories told by a professional local guide.

- Guided exploration of the Koka-ryu Ninjutsu Yashiki and its hidden features
- Hands-on experience with shuriken throwing and interactive exhibits
- Visit the Koka-ryu Real Ninja Museum with immersive displays
- Learn about the true history and cultural significance of ninjutsu

What's Included

Explore the Koka-ryu Ninja House
Try Shuriken Throwing
Meals

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point: At the second parking lot of the Koka-ryu Ninjutsu Yashiki. The guide will be waiting for you holding a yellow sign. For details, please refer to the map.

End point

The ending point is well connected, with local bus routes passing nearby and a train station within walking distance. A parking lot is also available, ensuring excellent accessibility.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    The Koka-ryu Ninjutsu Yashiki is an authentic ninja residence that reveals the ingenuity of the Koka-ryu ninja. From the outside it resembles a farmhouse, but inside are hidden staircases, trapdoors, revolving doors, and escape routes designed to protect families during the turbulent Sengoku era. These features were not theatrical but practical, enabling survival against sudden raids. Walking through the house, visitors discover how ninja blended ordinary life with covert defense, turning their homes into fortresses of secrecy. The Yashiki offers rare insight into the daily strategies of the Koka ninja, showing how their reputation for adaptability and clever design was rooted in necessity and community resilience.

    1 hour 15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2

    The Koka-ryu Real Ninja Museum combines modern technology with research to present the true story of the Koka ninja. Projection mapping and curated exhibits separate fact from myth, explaining how Koka’s mountainous terrain and independent villages produced skilled practitioners of intelligence, survival, and guerrilla tactics. Visitors can try interactive activities such as the “Five Escape Techniques” to experience stealth and agility firsthand. Optional ninja costumes enhance immersion, while displays highlight the work of the Koka Ninja Research Group. More than entertainment, the museum offers historical context and living culture, giving travelers a deeper understanding of how the Koka ninja protected their communities and why their legacy endures.

    1 hour 15 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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