Tokyo Sword Experience - includes Museum Ticket/Ninja Experience
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Tokyo Sword Experience - includes Museum Ticket/Ninja Experience
By SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM TOKYO With Experience
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This is the only samurai sword experience in Tokyo where you would feel like a real samurai and have a real hands on sword experience different from some simple costume play. Many people come to Japan to learn about the history of samurai and fulfill their childhood dream of being a samurai and this is it.
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 18-99, max of 15 per group
Duration: 1h 15m
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: Japanese, English
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- Posing with swords in front of a studio or samura-themed backgrounds
- Wearing a Hakama
- Feel like a real samurai
- Free tour of the samurai and ninja museum offered by a tour guides
- Convenient location and costs a fraction of similar experiences
What's not included- Transportation to/from attractions
- Use a real samurai sword
- Start:
- SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM (aka Samurai Museum Tokyo), 1-chōme-8-13 Nishiasakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0035, Japan
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 51440P79- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Minimum age 18 (There is no height requirement for those older than 18 years of age. You must be at least 150 cm tall to participate in this experience and parental supervision is necessary.)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 51440P79
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- Amy B0 contributionsFun experience, nearly got the bullseye with the ninja starGreat experience, very informative session with great tour guide. Highly entertaining and fascinating history lesson of the Feudal SystemWritten 20 January 2025
- johnsT3154VQ0 contributionsHectic, very coolIzu was a very good tour guide, I enjoyed my experience, I learned a lot about the history of japan. I really like seeing the swords and the ninjasWritten 19 January 2025
- 178jackic0 contributionsSamurai and ninja experience Asakusa TokyoIzu was the perfect tour guide. So interesting and informative and kept the kids captivated. Definitely recommend for anyone interested in the samurai, ninja or Japanese history.Written 19 January 2025
- carenf570 contributionsFun at ninja museumGreat tour. Good fun. Would come again. Shingo was a great guide and we really enjoyed the ninja star throwing. The locating was easy for us as we were staying just down the road.Written 18 January 2025
- alexgR7693MG0 contributionsLoved this experience :)Awesome experience! Akira and Hikaru were awesome tour guides. Def a must do for families. The info was very interesting.Written 18 January 2025
- shauncG6488NP0 contributionsSamurai experienceGreat story of the history of the samurai and Ninjas. Top quality displays and fun interactive ninja star throwing. Highly recommendWritten 18 January 2025
- Mike L0 contributionsWell worth the trip!Great informative tour - Ren was fantastic and made it a lot of fun. The ninja star throwing was a blast and the kids all loved it!Written 17 January 2025
- sophieoH4145IH0 contributionsGreat family tour!Thank you for a great tour Ren and Hikarku! The family loved throwing the ninja stars and hearing the history of the warriors!Written 17 January 2025
- T5766IPanna0 contributionsPerfect for history lovers!I absolutely loved the tour with Shingo! Interactive and extremely informative. You are led through another time and witness how the fluctuations of history influenced Samurai culture. The props are authentic and breathtaking. The only negative is that at some points I felt rushed; make sure you arrive with plenty of time to see everything before or after the tour to combat this! Overall recommend! :)Written 16 January 2025
- V H0 contributionsInformative and fun tourVery informative tour of the museum... the ninja star throwing exercise was fun as well as the samurai experience. Good for teenage boys!Written 16 January 2025
- elainebY9016WF0 contributionsFun experienceHad so much fun and appreciated the history lesson. Especiaaly loved the star throwing experience. Thanks to Kei & Shingo!Written 16 January 2025
- U4201FPaidanm0 contributionsDon’t miss itAbsolutely fantastic experience, Ryo (descended from real Samurai) was excellent as our sword master and our guide through the museum (whose name I forget!) was also great. Well worth it and a highlight of our Tokyo tripWritten 16 January 2025
- Climber5078630 contributionsHikaru is a great guide!Very informative and interactive! Family of five enjoying Tokyo. Museum is on 3 floors. Easy access. Just long enough.Written 15 January 2025
- mial6510 contributionsExcellent tour. We did the family ninja experience and the kids and they loved it.Great tour and experience. Izu was excellent and gave a very informative presentation of samurai history. Highly recommended.Written 14 January 2025
- 324jeralda0 contributionsFun immersive experienceFun, immersive experience! Izu and Ren were highly entertaining, and the costumes were great to look at. Highly recommended.Written 14 January 2025
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Antipolo City, Philippines427 contributions
Its not often you will get to meet a Samurai master let alone get to wield a 400 year old Katana.
For those who have ever wondered what its like to hold such a weapon this is a must do event. However you absolutely must listen carefully and take notice of what is being said to you, this is no toy or copy its a genuine Katana sword and incredibly sharp.
You also get an opportunity to fling some rubber ninja stars and blow darts from a pipe.
The museum tour is a well worth it venue, the guide speaks excellent english and is well knowledgable on the Japanese feudal era.
Please go you will not be disappointed..
For those who have ever wondered what its like to hold such a weapon this is a must do event. However you absolutely must listen carefully and take notice of what is being said to you, this is no toy or copy its a genuine Katana sword and incredibly sharp.
You also get an opportunity to fling some rubber ninja stars and blow darts from a pipe.
The museum tour is a well worth it venue, the guide speaks excellent english and is well knowledgable on the Japanese feudal era.
Please go you will not be disappointed..
Written 26 January 2020
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Nico G
3 contributions
Great experience! Shinya did an amazing job teaching us about the samurai experience and how to properly swing the katana. Would recommend to anyone visiting Kyoto for the first time and wants a complimentary experience to the samurai museum
Written 18 May 2024
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yasswr
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May 2024 • Friends
"Attending the samurai course led by our master Shinya was an unparalleled experience. Their passion and expertise brought the art of the samurai to life, making each session both educational and inspirational. I highly recommend this course to anyone interested in martial arts or Japanese culture. A truly unforgettable journey!"
Written 10 May 2024
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Justin S
1 contribution
Jan 2023
Me and my fam recently had the pleasure of visiting the Kyoto Samurai Museum and participating in the ninja star throwing experience with our guide, Adam. Adam was an absolute delight and had a wealth of knowledge about the history and techniques of ninjutsu. His passion for the subject was infectious!
The museum itself was fascinating, with a wide array of historical artifacts and displays on the art of the samurai. The ninja star throwing experience was a highlight of my kids' trip to Kyoto! Adam expertly guided us through the proper technique and we were amazed by how quickly we were able to get the hang of it.
Get yourself down to the Kyoto Samurai Museum! The kids absolutely loved dressing up and swinging swords around as well. :)
The museum itself was fascinating, with a wide array of historical artifacts and displays on the art of the samurai. The ninja star throwing experience was a highlight of my kids' trip to Kyoto! Adam expertly guided us through the proper technique and we were amazed by how quickly we were able to get the hang of it.
Get yourself down to the Kyoto Samurai Museum! The kids absolutely loved dressing up and swinging swords around as well. :)
Written 15 January 2023
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Fletcher P
Darwin, Australia21 contributions
Absolutely brilliant experience, did the samurai sword experience, samurai history museum and ninja stars.
Throughout the entire experience the staff conducted themselves very professionally and friendly, in particular showing their patience to my young daughters.
I myself, a very big fan of Japanese history and culture found it very fun, informative and a real highlight of my trip.
Entire family all throughly enjoyed it and really appreciated the time and effort provided by all the staff
Thankyou
Throughout the entire experience the staff conducted themselves very professionally and friendly, in particular showing their patience to my young daughters.
I myself, a very big fan of Japanese history and culture found it very fun, informative and a real highlight of my trip.
Entire family all throughly enjoyed it and really appreciated the time and effort provided by all the staff
Thankyou
Written 13 October 2023
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Ada K
London, UK36 contributions
We booked the samurai experience and it was very good. It includes the a sword movements instruction (with wooden swords to not hurt anyone), and a guided visit to the museum. The sword basic movements instruction it’s conducted in another building, but need to go to the museum building first. to the It was fantastic, specially for families but great fun for all ages! (And i will practice at home :))
Written 1 January 2024
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Filip P
17 contributions
Museum is situated in small building and parted to 4 floors. On the first floor you can make photo in samurai armor with a nice background image. There is also some history presentation. On the 2 floor you can see more of the history with a guide explaining everything. On 3 floor you can experience ninja shuriken throwing with some background story about ninjas and their equipment. And if you paid extra you can go to 4 floor where you get to cut tatami with authentic katana. My experience with cutting was very good. Feeling of the real sword has something overwhelming to it. Thanks to the sensei Ryo I managed to cut the tatami in one swing. I was surprised that I didn't feel any resistance in the cut and I really enjoyed it. It gives you an interesting feel of power and responsibility when you hold weapon like katana.
Written 6 June 2024
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Maria G
2 contributions
Sept 2024 • Friends
The experience combined culture and fun. Learning a pattern with the samuri swords was fun, and the museum and guided tour gave a great explanation of how all the social classes in feudal fitted and worked together. It's worth a visit.
Written 1 September 2024
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Sarangan S
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Dec 2024 • Couples
Very good, Ryo was informative and polite. Would have been better if it was growns ups only. No cutting. Initially put us in the normal group when we had purchased the tour plus sword experience, so had to god back an hour later to do sword experience.
Written 26 December 2024
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Cornell T
4 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
I cannot put into words how amazing this experience was. Our guide in the beginning was a young man named (SO) he was funny, informative, and passionate about his job. I then went upstairs to do the Samurai Experience and it was beyond any expectation I had. Both instructors were not only highly knowledgeable but made sure all safety precautions were taken care of multiple times. I left there feeling very different in an amazing way. I could not recommend this place enough!!
Written 17 October 2023
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My friend would like to do this but not me. Is it allowed that I can follow into the room to take pictures and videos from my friend while the experince?
Written 26 August 2019
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