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
Mountain village
Confirmed
Seasonal changes
Confirmed
Village code
Confirmed
Nighttime mystery
Confirmed
Complete map
Awaiting verification
Last verified
July 29, 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.
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 are confirmed, but schedules are not.
Outdoor Knowledge
Guidance for hunting, foraging and staying alive outside the village core.
Outdoor roles are confirmed, while detailed routines are still awaiting verification.
Seasons and Festivals
Kagatsu Village changes with the seasons. Farming, scenery and community events all reflect the passing year.
Rules, Nighttime and Peaceful Life Mode
The village code matters most after dark. Peaceful Life Mode keeps the safer route open by preventing code violations.
Future Map
Will There Be a Complete Village Map?
A full map will be added only after routes, entrances, restricted areas and NPC positions are verified.
Map guide not yet published
The village hub will keep location coverage here until the map is ready for a useful standalone guide.
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. Peaceful Life Mode keeps the safer route open, while the standard experience leaves room for the darker side of the village.
Confirmed
Confirmed- 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.
Awaiting verification
Awaiting verification- 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