A new adult-oriented attraction themed around Japan’s Edo period has opened in Kyoto, offering a more immersive and mature take on the city’s cultural past.
Located in the Uzumasa district, Uzumasa Kyoto Village – formerly Toei Kyoto Studio Park, where samurai period dramas were filmed – unveiled the first phase of its transformation on 28 March.
The reimagined village centres on a series of immersive experiences inspired by the Edo era. While familiar offerings such as kimono rentals, local food tastings, tea ceremonies and flower arrangement remain, the focus has shifted towards deeper, story-driven engagement.
A highlight is the “largest-scale live show”, a "360° real-time drama" featuring Edo-style characters and stories will unfold across the village, set to the theme of a Japanese traditional bridal procession cherry blossom banquet.
The attraction also revisits Kyoto’s century-long legacy of jidaigeki (period drama), showcasing artefacts from film and television alongside interactive exhibits. Visitors can step into the story themselves at a costume studio, transforming into a samurai-era character or a Kyoto-style maiko.
Hanafuda fortune telling offers a glimpse into the future, while the house of torture takes adult travellers into the dark history of interrogations and the judicial system in Edo period.
In the evening, R18-only events for adults are held, such as “Japanese Casino” and “The House of Torture”.
With the revamp, the park’s closing time will be extended from 5pm to 9pm.
Phase two will open in 2027 with five new restaurants and shops, and a nightlife district. Phase three will add a theatre, while a hot spring will be added at a later time.
The village is 30 minutes by train from Kyoto Station. Koryuji Temple, Kyoto's oldest temple is located five minutes away on foot, while the Arashiyama bamboo forest is about 10 minutes by train.