By MOOK Scenic Spots Jun(e), compiled and reported
Mentioning Japan’s cultural features, one of the most representative is the ninja. Although often exaggerated in comics and movies, making people skeptical about their seemingly supernatural abilities to fly and move unseen, ninjas were a real profession in actual Japanese history. This time, we specially recommend Japan’s ninja-themed attractions to travelers. Each temple and village is filled with ninja culture props and decorations, offering a unique experience worth exploring.
Located in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, Myoryuji Temple was established in 1643 and is a historic temple (Image source / Myoryuji Temple)
1. Ishikawa – Myoryuji Temple (Ninja Temple)
Myoryuji Temple is full of hidden stairs, traps, and more, earning it the nickname “Ninja Temple” (Image source / Myoryuji Temple)
2. Tokyo – Ninja Akasaka
Located in Tokyo, Ninja Akasaka is a creative Japanese cuisine restaurant. In addition to its highly ninja-style lodging-inspired decor, the staff also dress as ninjas to serve meals (Image source / MINJA AKASAKA)
Ninja Akasaka not only features decor inspired by ninja lodgings, but the staff also dress as ninjas to serve meals (Image source / tablog)
3. Tochigi Prefecture – Nikko Edomura
Nikko Edomura is a theme park that recreates the Edo period (1603–1868) (Image source / Nikko Edomura)
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