Toei Uzumasa Kyoto Village
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Toei Uzumasa Eigamura (UZUMASA KYOTO VILLAGE) is a theme park at 10 Uzumasa Higashi-Hachioka-cho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto — billed by its official site as Japan's only theme park where you can experience film and TV drama sets firsthand. Opened in 1975, it offers Edo-period streetscapes, ninja shows and cultural programs. The main gate is a 5-minute walk from Randen Uzumasa-Koryuji Station; last admission is 19:00.
Before you go
Described on the official site as the only theme park in Japan where visitors can experience film and TV drama sets firsthand. Beyond the Edo-period streetscapes, it offers shows, attractions and traditional-culture programs. The Edo Town area recreates Kyoto scenery with unusual realism, built by staff of the Toei Kyoto Studio that produces period dramas. The park opened in 1975.
Kyoto is said to be the birthplace of Japanese cinema. Uzumasa came to be called Japan's Hollywood, and Eigamura was born as Japan's first theme park where visitors could watch filming live. It opened in 1975 as a place to experience the world of film and television.
- Japan's only theme park built around real film and TV drama sets
- Edo-period townscapes (samurai residences, drum bridge) built by Toei Kyoto Studio staff
- Ninja and other live shows plus traditional-culture programs
- Operating since 1975, in the district known as Japan's Hollywood
- Multilingual maps (English, Simplified/Traditional Chinese, Korean)
- Getting there
- 10 Uzumasa Higashi-Hachioka-cho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto. Main gate: 5 min on foot from Randen Uzumasa-Koryuji Station, 13 min from JR Hanazono, 14 min from Subway Uzumasa-Tenjingawa. Studio gate: 2 min from Randen Satsueisho-mae, 5 min from JR Uzumasa (entry until 17:00, exit by 18:00).
- Booking
- Tickets can be bought on the day, but advance purchase is recommended for smooth entry (official FAQ).
- Crowds
- Last entry is 19:00. Outdoor shows may move indoors or be cancelled depending on conditions, even in rain.
- Good for
- Fans of period dramas and ninja shows, families, and international visitors (multilingual maps available).
- How it differs
- Pair it with nearby sights the official site itself mentions: Koryuji Temple, a 5-minute walk away (home to a National Treasure Buddhist statue), and Arashiyama, about 10 minutes by train — an easy half-day combination with the park.
What is the last admission time?
19:00 (the studio-gate entrance is not available for last entry).
Can I buy tickets on the day?
Yes, but advance purchase is recommended for smooth entry.
Do shows run in the rain?
Outdoor shows may change venue; some shows like the ninja show are held indoors, though outdoor shows may be cancelled.
Can I enjoy it without speaking Japanese?
Yes. The whole show, including costumes and wigs, conveys Japanese culture, and maps are available in English, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, and Korean.
Sources Toei Uzumasa Eigamura official site (top page) · Toei Uzumasa Eigamura official access page
- Some areas may be closed to visitors during filming
- Outdoor shows may change venue or be cancelled in bad weather; indoor shows are also available
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