Shuzenji Niji-no-Sato

Name: Shuzenji Niji-no-Sato
Address: 4279-3 Shuzenji, Izu, Shizuoka 410-2416, Shizuoka, Japan

Shuzenji Niji-no-Sato in Shizuoka’s Izu Peninsula is a massive theme park and garden. Family-friendly and dog-friendly, too, this expansive attraction blends nature, history, and international influences.

Shuzenji Niji-no-Sato layout

Romney Railway: All aboard the tiny Romney Railway, a miniature steam train that winds through the park, starting at the British Village. Each ride, lasting around 20 minutes, costs ¥600 per person (one way). Departures are every 30 minutes. You’ll need to buy separate tickets for the train.

romney train shuzenji niji no sato — This narrow gauge train is a major attraction. | Photo by Rota Makino

British Village: Modeled after an English village, this area features cobblestone paths, a Tudor-style mansion, and a rose garden that blooms in summer.
Canadian Village: Surrounded by maple trees, this rustic corner of the park is meant to evoke the beauty of small-town Canada. Nelson, Canada and Izu are sister cities.
Japanese Village: Step into the Edo period with preserved traditional architecture and gardens.
Izu Village: Izu Village is meant to be a recreation of a historic town, showcasing local crafts and regional delicacies. This is a good place to pick some Izu-exclusive souvenirs.

Facilities

ticketing booth niji-no-sato — Purchase your tickets here. | Photo by Aarohi Narain

Payment options: There are no ATMs in the park, and pretty much everything is cash-only (apart from some stores).
Nursing rooms: Next to the entrance gate of British Village, Nelson Hall in Canadian Village, and Izu Village.
Diaper-changing facilities: In the four restrooms in the park.
Wheelchair accessibility: There are five wheelchair accessible bathrooms in the park. However, some parts of the park are not wheelchair accessible, unfortunately. The Information Center can provide a map.
Food: There are restaurants in the park. Expect a mix of soba, udon, and some food fast food options — Japanese and Western. You’re also allowed to bring your own food into the park.
Pets: The park allows dogs.

Seasonal highlights

romney bus niji-no-sato — Come autumn, you can count on there being gorgeous fall foliage. | Photo by Rota Makino

Niji-no-Sato is designed to be a year-round attraction. Spring and autumn tend to be the most popular times, but here’s what to look out for in each season:

Spring: Cherry blossoms
Summer: Hydrangeas and vibrant greenery
Autumn: Fiery red and golden maple leaves
Winter: Illuminations and unobstructed views of Mount Fuji

Keep in mind that the ticket pricing may vary for special seasonal events like fall foliage and fireworks.

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Opening hours

Shuzenji Niji-no-Sato is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It’s open every day except for Tuesday.

When illuminations take place, the park closes from 4 to 5 p.m.

Illuminations go from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

How to get there

Whether you’re going straight from Shuzenji Station or Shuzenji Onsen bus stop, you’ll need to take the C30 or C32 bus. Ride for 15 or 10 minutes respectively, and get off at Momijibayashi (もみじ林) bus stop, then walk a couple of minutes.

The buses are infrequent, and some only run on weekends and public holidays, when the illuminations take place. Park staff can help call you a taxi back to the town area, which will set you back about ¥1,500.

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