Sanchō no Mura

Sunchō no Mura (寸楮の村) is a village located up north in Mizu no Kuni, the Land of Water. The village resides in between two mountains hence the name "Mountain Peak Village" and has tundra weather three out of ninth months of the year. In summertime, it warms up to let greenery and fields grow, creating breathtaking scenery. Not many people live in the famous village for it's too cold to stay year round. Only the Maki Clan resides there all year. The temperature's norm is just below freezing and is quite rare when it's not snowing. Despite it's cold climate, the place is a target for travelers and worth any wanderlust. The village is also known for it's Black Pine Forest, where the Maki Clan gets it's name, and acts as a natural barrier. Without a guide, the forest can be a labyrinth and intimidate any who dare to wander off alone.

The previous leader of the village was Hiroaki Kimura, who ran the village and Maki clan until he disappeared mysteriously. Next in line was Hiroaki's first born Eiji Maki. A year later, Eiji disappeared as well and left the village and clan to his younger sister Natsuki Maki.

Sunchō no Mura was a peaceful village and rarely got involved in any wars. However, seeing as most of their residents are members of the Maki Clan, they have been called upon for battle. The Maki Clan is an ancestor of the Yuki Clan, possessing the Ice Release Kekkei Genkai as well although it is rare. Their hard-to-find location made it impossible for any enemies to invade the village and it has been used as a safehouse for many shinobi.