What other travelers are saying about Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nemba (Traditional Japanese Village)
A picturesque traditional village that offers an escape from the city to the rich heritage of Japan.
There was no queue at the ticketing booth when we arrived at around 1 pm on a weekday. So entrance was smooth and we were able to tour around the area immediately. Each hut offers different experiences and different glimpse from the past. Each hut showcases unique exhibits and activities that offers insights to the way of life back then. It's educational, interactive, qnd fun.
The view is breathtaking and the atmosphere is very serene. Sadly, the visibility was poor when we visited, you can only see Mouny Fuji's silhoutte in the background, nonetheless, the village was absolutely breath taking and relaxing.
Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba is a reconstructed traditional village that offers a glimpse into rural life at the foot of Mt. Fuji. The original settlement was destroyed by a landslide in 1966, and the site was reopened in 2006 as an open-air museum dedicated to preserving and showcasing Japan’s cultural heritage.
The village consists of thatched-roof houses (kayabuki) now used as workshops, galleries, and small shops. Visitors can observe traditional crafts such as silk weaving, pottery, paper-making, natural dyeing, and hand embroidery, or join short hands-on workshops. Some houses display paintings and calligraphy, others sell local food, miso, sake, or handmade souvenirs.
Even on a rainy day, the place has a quiet charm — green roofs covered in moss, narrow paths winding between wooden houses, and the soft sound of water flowing nearby. It’s an atmospheric stop that combines nature, craftsmanship, and a sense of peace true to its name: Iyashi-no-Sato, “Healing Village.”
Admission: Adults: ¥500
This is a quaint small museum village, a real experience like taking a trip back in time. We just loved the place. Loved the traditional Japanese old style houses , it’s just amazing to walk around them.
Bu the way they have a school inside the village and they teach art and drawing. I was awesome seeing the kids sitting on the Tatami and drawing in a complete silent.
Small boutique shops all around the village.
To visit you have buy an entrance ticket - 500 Yen.
We also took some pictures of Fujisan even it was a quite cloudy day.
Please allow approx 2 hours for the visit.
A big parking lot is at 150 meters from the entrance.
I'm not normally a fan of recreated things as think they are usually realky fake however I didn't get this feeling here.
The village is only about 20 years old but is a replica of the old village.
Its done really well and amazing to see the thatched work up close.
Lots of varied souvenirs at each house plus a few fruit sellers and food stalls at the entrance. Toilets inside too.
Plus if youre lucky great views of Fuji.
I came here on a bus tour.
This was a beautiful traditional village with a fantastic view of the mountains. Unfortunately, we went during rainy season so it was very cloudy that day and we were not able to see Mt. Fuji. However, there are still amazing breathtaking views from the top of the traditional village. The people in the village are so kind and the gifts shops have so many unique items. One shop did take card and I bought a few ceramic sake cups with a beautiful design. There were different areas that had historical meaning and plaques to understand the area better. There were a few vendors at the base of the village that only accepted cash but they sold tasty smelling snacks and other treats. I have already made up my mind to come back when its not rainy season and I can see Mt. Fuji.
Admission is ¥500 for adults (high school students and above) and ¥250 for children (elementary and junior high school students). Group discounts are available for parties of 20 or more people.
Take a train to Kawaguchiko Station, then board the Omni Bus Green Line (Saiko Line) to reach the village. Various bus passes are available for the Fuji Five Lakes region to help with transportation costs.
You can explore 20 traditional thatched-roof houses that serve as craft workshops, museums, galleries, restaurants, and shops. Traditional craft-making activities are available, and you can rent traditional Japanese costumes for ¥2,000 per person with advance reservation for photos.
No, it's a reconstruction. The original farming village was destroyed by a landslide during a typhoon on September 25, 1966, killing 63 people and destroying 37 houses. The current village was recreated in 2006 to preserve traditional Japanese rural heritage.
Yes, the village is located beneath Mt. Fuji on the northwestern shore of Lake Saiko, offering spectacular views of Japan's most iconic mountain. The scenery is particularly stunning during cherry blossom season when the village is surrounded by pink blooms.
