Japan · SAMURAI & NINJA EXPERIENCES IN TOKYO
The 15 samurai & ninja experiences in Tokyo 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.
Review of Tokyoās Samurai Restaurant Show, with two drinks, neon spectacle, practical tips, value notes, and who should book.
“Was not expecting much but it was a very fun experience! Performers were engaging, emotional and did a phenomenal job! Would recommend this to grab as a short relaxation from exploring and walking around the city of Tokyo! Great show”
Tokyoās Samurai Ninja Museum combines history, armor, sword displays, costume photos, and shuriken practice in a lively one-hour tour.
“An enthusiastic guide makes a tour worthwhile and this one didnāt disappoint. Great history lesson done in a fun way.”
Train in swordsmanship and Japanese horseback archery with a samurai descendant at a real Tokyo-area dojo. Hands-on, demanding, and deeply memorable.
“This is by far one of my favorite experiences I have done, in Japan and in general! I love martial arts, and learning from a true samurai descendant seemed like an amazing opportunity. Though it was a bit expensive, my boyfriend and I are so glad we did it! We are from the US, and our Japanese is not great, but he spoke basic English for us, and always made sure we understood what was going on. He explained things in detail, gave examples, and helped us correct things kindly. He was exact about what needed to be done for safety and proper form, but never harsh. In general, you…”
Dress as a samurai, learn basic katana moves, and stage a choreographed sword fight at Samurai Theater Tokyo for $65.
“My 6 year old son and I really enjoyed this experience. He had the best time and we got photos we will enjoy for a very long time.”
Review of Tokyoās family-friendly Ninja Experience, with costumes, weapons training, treasure hunt, photos, pricing, timing, and practical tips.
“Fun hands on experience! Got Ninja training and learned about samuraiās and robins, as well as seeing authentic weapons and armor! Kids has a blast!”
Review of Tokyoās samurai night show at Kanda Myojin, with swordplay, dinner, drinks, shrine setting, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Very entertaining show, excellent performance by the casts. Overall really great production! Food was basic but delicious, service were also great. Highly recommend this show to everyone, adults and older children (our kids, 10 & 12 years old enjoyed the show very much).”
Review of Tokyoās samurai sword and ninja experience, with hakama dress, iaido practice, museum access, group-size tips, and honest value advice.
“This samurai museum was really informative. My husband and I booked the sword experience and it was much fun and great for all ages!”
Dress in samurai armor, practice katana moves, tour a Tokyo museum, and try ninja weapons in this fun two-hour Asakusa experience.
“The sword lesson was very enjoyable and we wish we had longer to practice. The tour was also very interesting and informative. Would do again.”
Train with a Japanese master in Tokyo through a two-hour ninja and samurai class with swords, shuriken, meditation, and blow darts.
“We could not find location of class. We traveled by taxi and could not find address and tried to cancel class”
Dress as a samurai, practice sword movements, throw ninja stars, and tour a small Asakusa museum in this family-friendly Tokyo activity.
“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.”
Dress as a samurai in Tokyo, learn sword basics, stage a choreographed fight, and take home photos and videos for $63.
“This was such an amazing experience. Iām 61 years old and it was a blast. My whole family had a great time. The boys loved it.”
Train with samurai descendant Yoshioki Sumida near Tokyo, learning sword forms, sparring, target cutting, and traditional archery in 2.5 hours.
“Highly recommend very good experience and fun to do you learn how to cut with a true samurai sword .”
Try authentic kendo in Tokyo with expert instruction, full armor, samurai culture, and a friendly tournament-style match.
“Best experience in Japan! You won't be disappointed in fact you'll want to join a Samurai dojo in your city. The instructor is super skillful and knowledgeable. Don't be shy everyone can do it šš¼”
Train in Tokyo with a kendo sensei, wear full armor, learn sword techniques, and try light sparring in a small, hands-on dojo session.
“It was a great time learning about Kendo as well as its techniques. We had a very enjoyable time and appreciated the chance to apply what we had learnt in a light spar.”
Train in a Tokyo dojo with Kendo Spirit, learn kendo from Daichi, wear the uniform, and test your skills in a focused two-hour samurai experience.
“The experience was amazing. I not only learned about the kendo sport but also the history and the culture behind it. The battle at the end was exciting. I am thinking about taking kendo lessons when I get home”
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