Japan · MUSEUM VISITS IN KYOTO
The 8 museum visits in Kyoto below are the ones that survive a close look at the price, the timing and what you actually get to see. Start at the top and work down.
Grind Uji matcha, learn its story, and explore Chazuna Tea Museum in a hands-on one-hour experience near Kyoto.
“It was informative and fun to make and drink matcha so fresh!”
Kyoto’s Samurai Ninja Museum offers a one-hour guided history lesson, armor photos, and ninja star throwing for families and first-time visitors.
“Very informative and interactive. Great tour. Got to try on samari helmet. Play with swords and ninja stars.”
Watch an elegant Kyoto Mai dance by geiko or maiko, explore Gion arts, stroll a Japanese garden, and browse the museum shop.
“My wife really enjoyed both the show and the ambience. I was hoping that this would be the result and it was not a disappointment.”
Kyoto sword experience review with samurai dress, Iaido basics, ninja stars, museum entry, price advice, group-size tips, and practical details.
“We loved the samurai activity where we learned from Ken about the history and actions of the samurai. It felt like an authentic experience. Nobu did a great job at keeping everyone engaged with the museum tour. We unfortunately had diRead more”
Kyoto Samurai Ninja Museum review: see armor, learn samurai history, dress up, throw shuriken, and decide if the $28 tour is worth it.
“Everything Our guide looked like a ninja, spoke good English for us to understand, he engaged the audience with his questions & knowledge of the warriors. The warriors, weaponry & history were fascinating. Highly recommend for the whole family.”
Throw shuriken, use a ninja blowgun, dress in costume, and tour Kyoto’s samurai museum in this family-friendly two-hour activity.
“Great fun. This was a 1 hour ninja experience followed by a tour of their museum which is located in another building. I think this was the perfect amount of time to learn the history of ninjas along with their tools. It was great fun trying to throw ninja stars and blow pipe. Our guide Kiryu was good fun Would recommend this tour”
Watch a graceful Kyomai dance by a geiko or maiko and explore Gion Kagai Art Museum in Kyoto for about $20.
“This is a traditional experience and something to enjoy and appreciate that a Geisha goes thorugh. The museum has a beautiful garden to view.”
Dress as a samurai, learn sword movements, and pose in Kyoto at this family-friendly two-hour experience for kids and adults.
“This experience is really only suitable for families with small kids. Would not recommend for adults.”
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