Koka Ninja House Travel Guide
Free Guide: Explore a historic ninja residence with hidden passages, secret doors & ancient defense mechanisms in Koka, Shiga Prefecture.
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Explore a historic ninja residence with hidden passages, secret doors & ancient defense mechanisms in Koka, Shiga Prefecture.
The Koka Ninja House, located in Koka, Shiga Prefecture, is one of Japan's last remaining ninja residences open to the public. Built during the Edo period, this historic home belonged to the Mochizuki family, leaders of the Koka ninja clan. Explore hidden passages, trap doors, and ingenious defense mechanisms while learning about the life of a ninja.
Opening hours
- Mon10 am–5 pm
- Tue10 am–5 pm
- Wed10 am–5 pm
- Thu10 am–5 pm
- Fri10 am–5 pm
- Sat9:30 am–5 pm
- Sun9:30 am–5 pm
Opening hours as listed on the venue’s Google Business Profile. Hours can change for services and special events, so check with the venue before you go.
- Address
- 2331 Konancho Ryuboshi, Koka, Shiga 520-3311
- Phone
- Website
Getting there
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Overview
Step back in time at the Koka Ninja House, a well-preserved residence that once belonged to the Mochizuki family, heads of the Koka ninja clan. Constructed during the Edo period (1603-1867), the house showcases the innovative techniques employed by ninjas for defense and espionage.Explore the seemingly ordinary exterior, which conceals a network of secret tunnels, hidden staircases, and concealed doors. These features provided ninjas with escape routes and strategic advantages against intruders. Visitors can discover the various trapdoors and secret passages that were essential to the ninja's way of life.Learn about the Koka ninja's history, their unique combat techniques, and their resourceful use of specialized weapons and tools. You can even test your skills at the shuriken throwing range. After your exploration, enjoy a cup of herbal ninja tea, a traditional drink made from an ancient recipe. The Koka Ninja House offers a glimpse into the fascinating world of these legendary shadow warriors.
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