Edo-era Kyoto

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is set in a dark-fantasy version of Kyoto in the early 17th century, during Japan's Edo era. The setting is rooted in the real historical capital but reshaped by Malice and by the presence of demonic Genma in the city.

Historical Figures in a Supernatural City

The game's version of Kyoto mixes real historical figures with its supernatural elements. Musashi Miyamoto leads the cast, joined by Ono No Takamura and Izumo No Okuni, with further real-world names reimagined as characters along the way.

Producer's Pillars

Producer Akihito Kadowaki has described the Kyoto setting as one of three core pillars for the game, alongside compelling characters and what the team calls ultimate sword-fighting action.