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Mystery Walk: The Shinsengumi and the Phantom Thief Hidden in Kyoto

Place
in the park
Fee
500 yen (*If you purchase unlimited attractions pass, you will receive one kit per person.)
Schedule
Scheduled from June 29, 2026 (Monday) to around the end of October (end date may change)
Event duration
Approximately 60-120 minutes

Track down the bandits roaming the darkness of Kyoto and restore peace to the capital!

It is the end of the Edo period. Kyoto is a city shrouded in turmoil. At this time, there is a man whom townspeople and samurai alike speak of in unison. His name is "Yoigitsune" (Evening Fox). No one has ever seen him, but every night he sneaks into mansions and shops, stealing not only money and valuables, but sometimes even confidential documents. Moreover, a strange mark is always left behind after each crime. Shinsengumi warrior, responsible for maintaining order, finally launch a special investigation to capture this thief. As a new recruit, you, along with Hijikata Toshizo and Okita Soji, have been assigned the task of capturing Yoigitsune. Track down the thief roaming the darkness of Kyoto and restore peace to the city!

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Sales locations

Uzuwaku Machiya, NERV Cafe, Toei Hero Market, Souvenior Shop
(*Sales at Uzuwaku Machiya and NERV Cafe end at 17:30)
*Sales at Uzuwaku Machiya will end on August 10th (Monday).

How to participate

Customers who purchased unlimited attractions pass: Receive your kit upon park admission or when exchanging your pass to begin.
Customers purchasing only the kit: Purchase the kit at the sales location and get started.
(*Individuals and groups are welcome to participate.)

How to play

Using the provided booklet as a clue, try to find the mysterious bandit lurking in Kyoto.

① Purchase a kit and receive a booklet. Customers purchasing unlimited attractions pass should receive a booklet at the time of purchase.

② Proceed with solving the puzzles according to the contents of the booklet.

③ If you get stuck, check the hints using the QR code in the booklet. Enjoy the shows and attractions while progressing through the story at your own pace.

④ Solve all the mysteries and restore peace to the capital. Those who complete the challenge will receive a special reward.

Q&A

Q: Can I enjoy a "mystery-solving game" even if it's my first time participating?
A: If you follow the instructions in the booklet to complete the missions, even first-time players can easily enjoy the puzzle-solving game.

Q: Can children enjoy this?
A: We also have puzzle-solving activities for children (ages 3 to early elementary school). Please ask a staff member if you are interested.

Q: Do you ever team up with people you don't know?
A: You won't be teamed up with strangers. In this event, each participant will be given their own kit, and they can enjoy solving the puzzles at any time they like.

Q: Is there a time limit?
A: No, you can proceed at your own pace while enjoying meals, attractions, and more.

Precautions

*Supported languages are Japanese and English.

*Please note that you will need a smartphone to check hints and answer the questions. Feature phones (flip phones) are not supported.

*There are no charging stations within in the park. Please bring your smartphone with sufficient battery power.

*Please note that internet connection charges will be borne by the customer. (If you do not have a smartphone, we have a mystery-solving plan available for groups. Please contact us for details.)

*Photography is permitted in the park, but uploading any videos or photos that spoil the event is strictly prohibited.

* in the park staff do not have answers or hints to the riddles. Please refrain from asking the staff about the riddles.

*You can participate multiple times, but the mystery content and story will be the same each time.

*Only one bonus item will be given per booklet purchased.

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