Village in the Shade, known as Hono Gurashi no Niwa in Japan, is an adventure video game developed and published by Nippon Ichi Software. It is published by NIS America in the west and Clouded Leopard Entertainment in Asia.

About

Welcome to Kagatsu, a Japanese mountain village with plenty of secrets. In this brand-new, hand-painted farming sim, you’ll plant crops, customize your homestead, and befriend a cast of intriguing characters.

Relax by the brook, watch the cherry blossoms with your neighbors, or take a stroll through town. With so many ways to relax, you’re sure to feel right at home.

Just make sure to follow a few simple rules: don’t talk to strangers, don’t leave the village, and, whatever you do, don’t go out at night.

Key Features

• Unsettle Down – Make your new home feel like home! Buy furniture in town to decorate your house, then craft fences and other items with the resources you’ve gathered around your farm.
• Festivals and Fun – Experience traditional Japanese festivals and activities, like the summer festival and cherry-blossom viewing. Get closer to your neighbors as you enjoy laid-back living.
• Secrets Aren’t Meant to be Shared – Discover the truth about Kagatsu at your own risk, or follow the rules and keep from seeing a part of the village you don’t want to.