Itogakure (糸隠れの里, Itogakure no Sato, English TV: Hidden Thread Village, Literally meaning: Village Bound Together By Thread) is the hidden village of the Land of Silk. Unlike the countries who strive to be recognized as one of the Great Shinobi Countries, Itogakure is a village of the arts. Many shinobi there are skilled in various arts, both good and evil.