Tokyo: Shinobi Samurai 100 - Premium Immersion

Tokyo, Japan

2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Get proper training in the way of the samurai at one of Japan’s most renowned dojos, and master how to move, cut, and parry using a wooden sword. Learn the philosophical background of Japanese arts of battle, and time-tested techniques for traditional swordsmanship that is still practiced in the Musashi Clan. Gain insight into the way of the shinobi clan and their mindsets to see how these techniques are used in their day-to-day life.

A hands-on samurai workshop at the prestigious Honjin Dojo
Master the time-honored techniques of Japanese combat with detailed hands-on instruction
Private lessons are fully personalized, so all skills, ages, and experience levels are welcome
Train with the descendants of Japan’s most elite rank of warriors, in service for 265 years

What's Included

Instructor
Online Interpreter
Hangi (outfit) and Hakama rental
Bokken (wooden sword) rental
Shuriken rental

Hotel pick-up or drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Japan, 111-0036 Tokyo, Taito City, Matsugaya, 3-chōme−1−１３ Mets八番館 3階 Musashi Ninja Clan Shinobi Samurai Honjin Dojo
This is the correct address: 3rd Floor, Matsugaya, 3-Chome 1-13, Taito-City, Tokyo. We are on the 3rd floor of the 5-story, beige building between a Japanese knife store "Takanojin" and a coffee shop "Sensing Touch of Earth." On the first floor, there's a Red cafe bar named "Kiraku".

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Musashi Ninja Clan Shinobi Samurai Honjin Dojo

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Kappabashi Street (Kappabashi Dogugai) (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions

Most travelers can participate
Spectator fee : 4400 yen a person. Please pay upon entering the dojo.
If you want us to coordinate start time for your session, let us know.
The armors are half armors and are for people whose heights are 140 cm ~180 cm.
Armor donning is available for up to two guests per session. As armor dressing and removal require approximately 20 minutes per person, the 100‑minute program can accommodate a maximum of two participants. Availability: First‑come, first‑served (maximum 2 guests) Important: Please check armor‑donning availability at the time of booking, as slots may be filled depending on the reservation order.
For guests seeking a deeper immersion, a rickshaw pickup from Tawaramachi Station on the Ginza Line can be arranged for an additional 4,000 JPY, escorted by a trained shinobi driver. Please request this option when making your reservation.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers