Toei Kyoto Studio Park
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(10.2k)Toei Kyoto Studio Park is an active film set and theme park designed to replicate an Edo-period village, complete with traditional buildings and streets. You can explore the outdoor sets used in many samurai movies and might even catch a live filming of a period drama. The park also features various attractions and shows, including ninja performances and a haunted house.
Address
10 Uzumasa Higashihachiokachō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8586, Japan
Opening Hours
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Thu)
Worth it?
Worth it if you're looking for a unique, interactive experience with a focus on Japanese historical dramas and anime
Skip if you prefer traditional amusement park thrills or aren't interested in the specific IPs
Location
10 Uzumasa Higashihachiokachō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8586, Japan
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Highlights
You can get your photo taken inside the Entry Plug of a 15-meter EVA-01 statue or on its right hand at the Evangelion Kyoto Base.
The park offers a ninja training area and a parkour course where kids can feel like ninjas and get active.
Visitors can rent kimonos or ninja costumes to wear while exploring the Edo-period village.
The haunted house is genuinely scary, even for adults.
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Who it's for
This park is especially enjoyable for families with kids and ninja enthusiasts, offering interactive experiences and costume rentals. It's also a good option for anime fans, particularly those interested in Neon Genesis Evangelion or Yokai.
Know before you go
You can buy tickets on the spot.
The park has paid parking available.
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Reviews
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5 ReviewsVisitors generally enjoy the variety of attractions, including the ninja show, haunted house, and the giant Evangelion statue. Many appreciate the interactive experiences like ninja training and costume rentals, as well as the friendly staff. However, some reviewers note that the park can feel small.
Fun facts
The park opened in 1975 as a "last ditch effort" to save Toei's Kyoto studios, which were facing financial difficulties due to declining popularity of yakuza movies and period dramas.
A film studio has been on this site since 1926, eventually acquired by Toei in 1951.
The park is undergoing major refurbishment, with the first phase scheduled for completion in 2025 to mark its 50th anniversary, and plans to attract more adult guests and overseas tourists.
New adult-oriented attractions include a traditional gambling dice game and a simulated historical interrogation exhibit, both for visitors aged 18 and over.
