Village Overview
Kagatsu Village Guide
Kagatsu Village is the mountain community at the center of Village in the Shade. It is where you begin a new life, restore a neglected home, work the land and meet the villagers who shape the village's routines.
By day the village feels calm and rural. By night, the code of rules and the hidden side of Kagatsu become much more important. Use this page to find the confirmed village details first, then move into the deeper guides as more information is verified.
At a Glance
Village status
Setting
Mountain village
Yearly cycle
Seasons and festivals
Village code
Eight Rules
Night route
Midnight exploration
Map coverage
Core locations
Last verified
August 13, 2026
Quick Overview
What Is Kagatsu Village?
A secluded mountain village that blends rural life, community routines and a hidden code.
Rural Life
Farming, livestock, fishing, hunting and home restoration shape everyday life in Kagatsu Village.
Community
Shops, services, residents and seasonal activities make the village feel lived in rather than empty.
Hidden Code
A passed-down code governs village behavior and becomes more important after dark.
Life in Kagatsu Village
What Can You Do in the Village?
The village is built around daily work, home improvement and close relationships with residents.
Farming
Clear land, plant crops and build a reliable farm routine around the seasons.
Livestock
Raise animals as part of the village economy and daily agricultural work.
Fishing
Use rivers and water sources for food and resources when conditions allow.
Hunting
Outdoor knowledge matters when the village sends you beyond the farm.
Home Restoration
Turn the neglected home and garden into a usable place to live.
Village Relationships
Spend time with residents to learn more about the village and its people.
Visual anchor
Kagatsu Village in the Official Material
A large village scene helps readers connect the written guide to the setting before moving into location, shop and resident details.
Known Locations
What Locations Are Known in Kagatsu Village?
These places are officially named or shown, while some specific gameplay details still need verification.
The Player's Farm
A run-down home with an overgrown garden and room for improvement.
General Store
Sazanka runs the village shop, but exact inventories and hours still need verification.
Village Diner
Rokkaku's diner is part of the village routine, with menu details still under review.
Village Clinic
Hasumi's clinic is confirmed, while service specifics still need gameplay verification.
Library and Cemetery
Official material shows the library exterior and names the cemetery as part of the village.
Okami Pool and River Source
Both areas are named on official material, but their exact gameplay use is still unclear.
Choose a Destination
Use the location hub by purpose
A complete route map is still being verified, but the current named locations already cover the main reasons to leave home. Start with your goal, then open the system guide for the detailed requirements.
Daily life
Shops, diner and clinic
Use the service locations for supplies, meals, health-related events and everyday village routines. Exact shop hours and inventory are kept separate until they are confirmed.
View shops and services →Gathering
Forest, Quarry and fishing areas
Choose a location based on the material or catch you need, then combine the route with the Resources Database or Fishing Guide.
Plan a resource run →Story progression
Crossroads, Mountain and Library routes
Several story bridges and Helping Tasks use named routes rather than a traditional quest marker. Check the Walkthrough when an event depends on a tool, time window or earlier request.
Check task dependencies →After dark
Night routes and restricted areas
Nighttime locations can change the risk and purpose of a trip. Review the Nighttime Guide before leaving after curfew, especially when searching for anomalies, lost books or midnight items.
Review the village rules →Shops and Services
What Shops and Services Are in Kagatsu Village?
The service network is confirmed, but exact inventories and hours still need testing.
Supplies
Items and everyday purchases for the village.
General-store stock and traveling goods still need verification.
Construction
Work that shapes houses, tools and outdoor structures.
Builder and lumber work are confirmed, while exact services remain pending.
Food and Health
Meals, care and basic support for daily village life.
The diner and clinic support daily village life; exact schedules vary by location.
Outdoor Knowledge
Guidance for hunting, foraging and staying alive outside the village core.
Outdoor roles are documented; detailed routines are not yet available.
Seasons and Festivals
Kagatsu Village changes with the seasons. Farming, scenery and community events all reflect the passing year.
Rules, Nighttime and Village in the Sunshine
The village code matters most after dark. Use the rules page for the full Eight Rules reference, then move into the nighttime page for unlock timing, shrine rewards, ghost counters and practical midnight-route strategy.
Map Coverage
What Village Map Information Is Available?
The village hub currently covers confirmed locations and links to the dedicated rules and nighttime guides while a complete route map is being verified.
Use the current location guides
Explore the Eight Rules and Nighttime guides for the clearest current routes, landmarks and after-dark locations. A complete map will be published when entrances, restricted areas and NPC positions are confirmed together.
Daytime vs Nighttime
How Does Kagatsu Village Change After Dark?
The village feels calm by day and much more dangerous after dark.
Seasonal Overview
How Do Seasons, Rules and Nighttime Fit Together?
The village rhythm is shaped by seasons, community rules and the darker shift after sunset.
Kagatsu Village changes with the seasons, but the village code and nighttime danger are what make the setting feel most distinct. Village in the Sunshine keeps the safer route open, while the standard experience leaves room for the darker side of the village.
Village essentials
Known- Kagatsu Village is a mountain settlement.
- The player begins near the village outskirts.
- The player receives a run-down home and overgrown garden.
- Farming, livestock, fishing and hunting are central activities.
- The village changes with the seasons.
- Relationships with residents can be deepened.
- The village follows a code passed down through generations.
- Breaking the code can lead to frightening consequences.
Open questions
Open question- Complete village map
- Exact shop locations
- Opening hours
- Shop inventories
- Complete festival calendar
- Complete rule list
- NPC schedules
- Nighttime start time
Village FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Short answers for the common village, rules and nighttime questions.
Kagatsu Village is the secluded mountain settlement where Village in the Shade takes place.
Yes. Farming and crop cultivation are central to village life.
Yes. Livestock is one of the confirmed rural activities.
Yes. Official material confirms seasonal changes in Kagatsu Village.
Yes. A general store, diner, clinic and traveling vendor are part of the confirmed village network.
The village follows a code passed down through generations, though the full list still needs verification.
Night exploration exists, but it is tied to the darker side of the game and to the village code.
Final CTA
Begin Your New Life in Kagatsu Village
Kagatsu Village offers farming, livestock, fishing, hunting, home restoration and a close-knit community shaped by changing seasons. Keep the hub focused on the confirmed village overview until each subtopic has enough verified information for a standalone page.
Sources
- NIS America Village in the Shade official website
- NIS America story and character pages
- NIS America Kagatsu Village live camera