TOKYO · JAPAN
Tokyo’s best days out.
The 9 most popular samurai & ninja experiences in Tokyo, from the famous to the underrated. What each one actually involves, what it costs, and who runs it.
Tokyo guided Samurai Ninja Museum tour with an English guide, shuriken throwing, and samurai dress-up. Learn armor and myths for $27.
Most Popular“An enthusiastic guide makes a tour worthwhile and this one didn’t disappoint. Great history lesson done in a fun way.”
Train with a samurai master in Tokyo: Iai sword basics, kata and sparring, plus real horseback-archery-style shooting at Toyama-ryu dojo.
Dress as a samurai in Shinjuku, learn safe katana basics, then join a music-driven chambara fight with photos in 1 hour.
“This was so much fun!! Getting to wear the formal wear was the icing on the cake. Couldn’t get over how comfortable it all was! The instructors are so much fun and make it an absolute blast!!”
Ninja outfit, hands-on weapon practice, and a treasure hunt with a photo shoot at Samurai Ninja Museum Tokyo near Asakusa.
“Fun hands on experience! Got Ninja training and learned about samurai’s and robins, as well as seeing authentic weapons and armor! Kids has a blast!”
A shrine-night samurai performance at Kanda Myojin with hot pot, drinks, dramatic storytelling, and photos with the cast.
Dress in a samurai hakama, learn iaido-style moves, and enjoy a samurai and ninja museum visit near Asakusa. Replica sword only.
“So much fun and the museum part was very interesting. Woyld definately recommend this experience. Everyone was very helpful.”
Suit up in samurai armor, learn katana basics with an English instructor, tour the Samurai and Ninja Museum, and try shuriken-style throwing in Asakusa.
Hands-on ninja and samurai lesson in Tokyo with a small-group English class: Kuji-In meditation, shuriken, blow darts, and sword practice.
“Great experience with lots to do. I was presented with some good historical and cultural highlights for ninjas and samurai to learn a bit about them. Hyoga sensei was very good at teaching us the ways of the ninja and samurai”
Hands-on katana practice and ninja star throwing in Asakusa, plus a museum tour. Small-group vibe, family friendly, and great value.
“We had a great time learning about the Samurai and their training. The history of the Samurai and Ninja has always fascinated me since I was a kid.”