NARUTO & BORUTO Ninja Village: A ninja adventure at Awaji Island
Discover what it's like to visit NARUTO & BORUTO Ninja Village at Nijigen no Mori! Conquer mazes by making ninjutsu hand seals, explore anime scenery, collect stamps at ninja altars, and watch light shows on Hokage Mountain. Check out practical tips on how much time to set aside, how to get to Awaji Island, and what to expect from this immersive experience perfect for fans of all ages.
A real-world RPG adventure at Dragon Quest Island
We visited Dragon Quest Island at Nijigen no Mori park on Awaji Island and experienced a real-life JRPG adventure. From creating our characters to exploring a meticulously crafted village, solving quests, battling monsters, and facing the demon Zoma, this unique 2-3 hour interactive attraction truly brings the beloved game to life.
Donkey Kong Country at Universal: The new area that stole the show from Mario
December 2024 brought the expansion we'd been waiting for to Super Nintendo World: Donkey Kong Country arrived with a bang at Universal Studios Japan. A roller coaster that rivals Mario Kart, interactive bongos, and an environment that transports you straight to DK Island. Spoiler: even those afraid of roller coasters will fall in love!
From hanafuda to Switch: Our epic adventure at Nintendo's new Museum
After more than 130 years of making history, Nintendo has finally opened the doors to its own museum in Kyoto. Giant controllers, unique prototypes, hanafuda workshops, and much more await you in this temple of gaming nostalgia. Is it worth facing the ticket lottery? Spoiler: yes, and we'll tell you all the details!
Living the otaku dream: One day as a student in Japan
Discover Kimino High School, a unique experience located in Chiba that allows foreigners to experience a day in Japanese school life. In a real school adapted for tourists, visitors wear traditional uniforms and participate in calligraphy classes, kendo, physical education, and even a matsuri. This adventure offers fans of Japanese culture the opportunity to experience what they've always seen in anime and manga.