Visit the Anime and Game Theme Park "Nijigen no Mori" on Awaji Island! A Collaboration Event with the Anime "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba" is Coming in 2025

Nijigen no Mori is a theme park on Awaji Island in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, where you can step into the worlds of popular anime and games. Admission is free, and the park offers a full day of fun with attractions using cutting-edge technology, exclusive gourmet food, and unique accommodation experiences. In this article, we’ll introduce how to enjoy Nijigen no Mori, as well as the latest collaboration event with the anime "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba."

What is "Nijigen no Mori" on Awaji Island in Hyogo Prefecture?

Nijigen no Mori is located within "Hyogo Prefectural Awajishima Park," a natural park on Awaji Island. Scattered across the vast grounds are permanent, hands-on attraction areas that blend nature with digital technology. Through various attractions based on the worlds of anime and games, visitors can feel like they’ve entered their favorite stories. There are also limited-time collaboration events that change periodically. In 2025, the park will be hosting a collaboration event with the anime "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba." Previously, a collaboration event with the TV anime "SPY×FAMILY" was also very popular.

There are also shops and restaurants throughout the park selling original merchandise and souvenirs related to the featured works. Additionally, the park offers 23 villa-style accommodations, some with collaboration rooms themed after popular characters. It’s a must-visit destination not only for anime and game fans but also for families with children, friends, and couples—people of all ages can enjoy it.

"How Much Can You Enjoy for Free?" Free vs. Paid Fun at Nijigen no Mori

Five Attraction Areas

Since Nijigen no Mori is part of Hyogo Prefectural Awajishima Park, admission to the park itself is free. You’ll need to buy tickets to experience the attractions, but some of the attractions can be viewed from outside their designated areas. For example, feel free to take photos with the impressive life-size Godzilla!

That said, if you’re going to make the trip, why not dive into the anime and game worlds and experience them like a protagonist? Each themed area has multiple attractions, and there are many ticket options available, so you can simply buy tickets for the ones you’re interested in. Some attractions can be enjoyed solo, but playing with a group of three or four can also be fun! Just note that some attractions have height and weight restrictions, so be sure to check in advance.

Enjoy the great outdoors at a Japanese park

Nijigen no Mori spans approximately 1,348,000 square meters (roughly the size of 28 Tokyo Domes) and is surrounded by nature, allowing visitors to enjoy the seasonal beauty of cherry blossoms, autumn leaves, and more. The ability to appreciate Japan’s natural beauty while immersed in anime worlds is one of the park’s charms. The park also features free playgrounds like grassy areas and slides for children to enjoy.

The observation deck at the top of the hill is also a popular scenic spot. From the terrace seats at the restaurant "Mori no Terrace", located right in front of the large grassy field, you can enjoy collaboration-themed food while watching the sunset! How romantic. At night, the park has very little light pollution, offering a stunning view of a star-filled sky for a truly magical stargazing experience.

While the attractions are within walking distance of each other, getting around can require some energy and time. If you want to fully experience everything, consider either a full-day trip from opening until around 5 or 6 PM, or staying overnight to enjoy the park at a slower pace over two days.

Let’s now take a look at each attraction, how to enjoy them, and how much time you’ll need. Plan ahead for an efficient visit!

Godzilla Interception Operation – National Godzilla Awaji Island Research Center

Godzilla Interception Operation – National Godzilla Awaji Island Research Center

"Godzilla Interception Operation – National Godzilla Awaji Island Research Center" is the world’s first attraction area featuring a life-size Godzilla. Visitors join the Godzilla Interception Operation as members of the team tasked with stopping the invasion of a giant Godzilla that has landed on Awaji Island.

The attraction consists of four major experiences. There’s a thrilling zipline that feels like you’re flying into Godzilla’s mouth*, an anti-Godzilla cell shooting game using special guns, the Godzilla Museum which showcases the creature’s history and various materials, and a theater with powerful original story-based footage. The entire experience offers an immersive feeling like being in a movie.

*Zipline is restricted to those at least 120cm tall and weighing between 25kg and 110kg.

Approximate time required for this attraction

• Around 1 to 1.5 hours.

*Experience time may vary depending on crowd levels.

NARUTO & BORUTO Shinobizato

"NARUTO & BORUTO Shinobizato" is an attraction area that recreates the worlds of the popular anime "NARUTO" and "BORUTO: NARUTO NEXT GENERATIONS". You can take part in ninja training using scrolls in a 3D maze, solve puzzles, and dash through Shinobizato! The area is designed with elaborate sets that make you feel like you've stepped into the anime, with plenty of photo spots.

There are two main attractions. "Ten no Maki" is a three-story 3D maze built behind a giant 11-meter-tall "Hokage Rock". "Chi no Maki" is a mission in which you collect 12 "seals" scattered throughout Shinobizato while battling strong enemies. At night, the area also features projection mapping shows with characters and lighting effects.

Inside the facility, there’s even a food area that recreates the ramen shop "Ichiraku" from the anime—enjoy a bowl of ramen and snap some photos while you're at it!

Approximate time required for this attraction

• Around 2 to 3 hours.

*Experience time may vary depending on your pace.

Crayon Shin-chan Adventure Park

This area lets you dive into the world of "Crayon Shin-chan" with a massive athletic course, kid-friendly playground equipment, and mini games that both adults and children can enjoy. The courses are divided by difficulty level—there are ones for adults, elementary school students, and even exclusive ones for young children. The kids' zone is especially popular with families, as it offers plenty of activities for toddlers to enjoy safely.

Approximate time required for this attraction

• Varies depending on the attraction. Please check the official website for more details.

DRAGON QUEST ISLAND: The Adventure of Dai and the Island of Beginnings

"DRAGON QUEST ISLAND: The Adventure of Dai and the Island of Beginnings" is an outdoor field RPG attraction that fuses real-world and digital elements to recreate the world of Dragon Quest. After choosing a class, participants go on a quest using the "Adventurer's Guidebook" and "Adventurer's Emblem," which contain all the information and maps needed to progress and ultimately defeat the evil Demon King Zoma.

Approximate time required for this attraction

• Light Ticket: Approximately 2 to 2.5 hours
• Gold/Premium Tickets: Approximately 3 to 3.5 hours

*Experience time may vary depending on individual pace.

Limited-Time Collaboration Event: Monster Hunter The Field in Nijigen no Mori

"Monster Hunter The Field in Nijigen no Mori" is a limited-time attraction based on the popular "Monster Hunter" video game series. Participants become rookie hunters and take on training quests to become elite hunters.

Approximate time required for this attraction

• Each hunt takes approximately 1 to 1.5 hours

*Actual time may vary depending on crowd levels and how long you spend exploring.

Limited-Time Event: Nijigen no Mori × Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba

Nijigen no Mori regularly hosts collaboration events with popular titles. In 2025, there's a limited-time event in collaboration with the anime "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba," featuring an original puzzle-solving game, themed merchandise for sale, and special accommodation plans inspired by the series.

A variety of exclusive themed foods are also available during the event!

During the day, visitors can enjoy "Riddle Walk: Hanafuru-sato and the Tour of the Demons," a puzzle-solving walk featuring original illustrations of the characters drawn by ufotable. At night, "Night Walk: Path to the Infinity Castle" takes you on a 1.2km illuminated journey through the forest, where you’ll relive the fierce battles between the Demon Slayer Corps and demons, leading up to the final confrontation at the Infinity Castle. These are two distinct events held during the day and night. Complete the puzzle challenges and missions to receive exclusive novelty items!

We took part in the daytime puzzle game, and it was so much fun! The feeling of satisfaction when solving the puzzles was amazing. There's also an English version available, so international visitors can enjoy it together too.

Experience Time & Operating Hours

• Riddle Walk: Hanafuru-sato and the Tour of the Demons
• Approx. 90 minutes (varies depending on puzzle-solving speed)
• 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM (last admission at 5:00 PM) *Operating hours may change depending on the season.
• Night Walk: Path to the Infinity Castle
• Approx. 90 minutes (may vary depending on crowd levels)
• 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM (last admission at 8:45 PM) *Operating hours may change depending on the season.

Luxury Villa: GRAND CHARIOT Hokutoshichisei 135°

At the highest point of Nijigen no Mori sits a luxury villa accommodation. With 23 spacious villas, it's perfect for families and groups. Each room features a private terrace and BBQ facilities, allowing guests to enjoy meals under the clear, starry sky of Awaji Island. There's also a shuttle service available from the entrance bus stop to the reception area, so even guests without a car can relax.

Some of the villas have been specially designed as collaboration rooms with popular characters. These rooms are so popular that they can be fully booked up to six months in advance, so early reservations are highly recommended—weekday stays tend to be easier to reserve.

This time, we covered two special collaboration rooms themed after Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. The first is the “Cocoon of Bonds” (max capacity: 3 guests), themed after the four main characters—Tanjiro Kamado and friends—and designed with inspiration from the Butterfly Mansion. Look closely and you’ll even spot Zenitsu Agatsuma and Inosuke Hashibira on the ceiling! It’s a playful and charming detail.

The second is the “Cocoon of the Hashira” (max capacity: 2 guests), designed around the nine Hashira. The bedroom is inspired by the Hashira meeting, with iconic scenes and life-sized replicas of Nichirin Swords displayed on the walls. A must-stay room for any Hashira fan!

Access to Nijigen no Mori

You can get to Nijigen no Mori by car, bus, or ferry. If you're driving, it's about 3 minutes from the Awaji IC on the Kobe-Awaji-Naruto Expressway. Several parking areas are available within the park. If you're taking the bus, express buses run from major cities in the Kansai region, including Kobe Sannomiya, Maiko, Shin-Kobe, Umeda, and Namba.

How to get there: Recommended direct bus routes

From Kobe

From Osaka

How to get back: Recommended direct bus routes

To Kobe

To Osaka

There are also non-direct routes available. For more details, please check the official information. Some buses may stop at "Awaji IC (Awaji Interchange)" instead of "Nijigen no Mori (Awaji Highway Oasis)." If that’s the case, it’s about a 15-minute (1km) walk from Awaji IC to Nijigen no Mori. Alternatively, you can take a free shuttle bus from "Awaji Interchange" to "Nijigen no Mori F Parking Lot."

• Click here for the walking route from Awaji IC Bus Stop to Nijigen no Mori.
• Click here for the free shuttle bus schedule.

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