Nijigen no Mori: Immerse Yourself in Anime Wonderland
Experience the world of anime and manga at Nijigen no Mori, an immersive theme park on Awaji Island with attractions for all ages.
Nijigen no Mori is an anime theme park located within the Hyogo Prefectural Awajishima Park on Awaji Island. Opened in 2017, the park brings Japanese pop culture to life with attractions based on popular anime, manga, and game franchises like Naruto, Godzilla, Dragon Quest and Crayon Shin-chan.
A brief summary to Nijigen no Mori
- Kusumoto, 2425番2, Awaji, Kusumoto, Hyogo, 656-2401, JP
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- Monday 10 am-10 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-10 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-10 pm
- Thursday 10 am-10 pm
- Friday 10 am-10 pm
- Saturday 10 am-10 pm
- Sunday 10 am-10 pm
Know before you go
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Nijigen no Mori.
- Purchase tickets in advance online to guarantee entry, especially during peak seasons.
- Wear comfortable shoes as you'll be doing a lot of walking.
- Check the park's website for special events and limited-time attractions.
- Plan for a full day to experience all the attractions.
- Consider visiting during the week to avoid weekend crowds.
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Getting There
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Public Transport
From Osaka or Kobe, take a highway bus to Awaji Island. Several bus routes connect major transportation hubs like Osaka Station, Namba Station, Sannomiya Station, and Shin-Kobe Station to Nijigen no Mori. From Sannomiya Bus Terminal, the Kita-Awaji Nishi-Kaigan Line will take you directly to Nijigen no Mori. Alternatively, take a bus to Awaji IC, where a free shuttle bus will take you to Nijigen no Mori. Bus fares from Osaka or Kobe to Awaji Island typically range from ¥1,000 to ¥2,500. The free shuttle bus from Awaji IC to Nijigen no Mori is included with your park admission.
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Car
Nijigen no Mori is accessible via the Kobe-Awaji-Naruto Expressway. From Osaka or Kobe, follow the expressway to the Awaji IC. From Awaji IC, follow the signs to Nijigen no Mori. The park has ample free parking with over 1500 spaces. Toll fees on the Kobe-Awaji-Naruto Expressway vary depending on the distance traveled. Expect to pay around ¥1,000 to ¥3,000 in tolls.
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