Ninja 1-hour Hands-on Lesson by Japanese master in Kyoto -Entry
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Kyoto, Japan
- 1 hour (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Find out what's it's like to be a ninja. This small-group beginners class in a Kyoto dojo introduces you to the basics of ninja training. You'll learn how to breathe, walk, and meditate like a ninja, practice throwing ninja weapons, and learn how to use ninja swords. It's a unique Japanese experience for all ages.
- Ninja-training lesson in a Kyoto dojo
- Learn ninja techniques from a master
- Learn how to throw weapons and use a sword
- Small-group lesson (maximum 6)
What's Included
- Japanese 'Sensei' master who have trained Ninja-Arts teach in English
- Ninja clothes rental during training
- Admission Fee - Admission fee
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Food and drink
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- NINJA DOJO and STORE KYOTOJapan, 600-8422 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Hakurakutenchō, ５２８ 2F
2nd floor of the building opposite Family Mart store, Next to Crossing of Muromachi st and Bukkoji st. NINJA DOJO and STORE Kyoto: 528 Hakurakuten-cho, Kyoto. 3-min walk from Shijo station or Karasuma station/15-min from Kyoto station by taxi or JR line.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 515 reviews
Yannick_V, Apr 2026
What an amazing place! Definitely a highlight of my trip to Japan. I cannot recommend this place enough. I had a one hour ninja experience. You get to dress up as a ninja, learn about the history and various tools/weapons ninja used. I then had had a go at ninja stealth walking, shurikens, blowing darts, katana and ninja sword. They take photos (free of charge) during the class. My Sensei was extremely knowledgeable about ninja history and culture and she took the time to explain everything. Her English was really good. The experience didn't feel rushed at all (unlike some other places I had read reviews about), and they limit the classes to a low number of people. This is a real dojo where they also do ninjustu training. They have a shop with some artefacts that you can buy, and some old authentic artefacts. It felt really immersive and authentic. I cannot recommend this place enough, I wish I had known about the two hour class! Thank you so much to the whole team for making this experience so memorable!
Tara_R, Apr 2026
Such a cool experience and my family loved it! My son is using his Ninja skills all the time. Our samurai trainer was incredible.
Shinobu_H, Apr 2026
We had such a great time. I brought my 2 kids and the instructor made everything easy to understand and very interactive. The time flew by and we would highly recommend this experience!
Tricia_B, Mar 2026
Got lost trying to find the location. Initially they reached out, but when I responded for assistance I received no reply.
Anna_R, Mar 2026
Easily one of the highlights of my trip. This experience is insane, it literally made me feel like a real ninja! 😊
The instructor is outstanding. She goes beyond just teaching and really brings you into the experience, making it fun, immersive, and unforgettable.
1000% recommended. I would do it again in a heartbeat if I return to Kyoto.
Jaye_M, Mar 2026
Amazing experience - we had a great time and feel much more dangerous today 😆 The instructor & photographer/stunt woman were very friendly and flexible. The instructor is very experienced and there's a clear lethality to his movements - absolutely no gimmicks. We loved every minute. Highly recommend - worth every penny 🥷♥️
Natasha_B, Mar 2026
This was such a fun class. We did the 1 hour class but wish we did the two hour as it was so much fun.
CrystalD, Mar 2026
This was very educational and family friendly activity. I loved learning about the history and the differences between a ninja and a samurai. Amazing experience!
Lora_K, Mar 2026
We booked this experience with our son in mind, but my husband and I enjoyed it just as much as he did, if not more! Our instructor was great, and it was so fun learning some of the movements and how to use the weapons. I think the blow darts were my favorite!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for giving us 5 star review. We're delighted to hear you had a satisfying and enjoyable experience at our Dojo. It is are honor to have you taking part in our class.
Thank you for selecting us as one of the content of your travel. Hope to see you again.
Michael_L, Mar 2026
Its very basic which is to be expected. They made it very fun and the kids and I enjoyed it. You should definitely trying it, especially if you have kids
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your awesome review. Hope you’ll remember the philosophy and lesson learned here. Thank you once more.
Jenny_R, Feb 2026
It was fun and very informative. You get to wear ninja outfit. Definitely should do it if you’re in Kyoto.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your awesome review. Hope you’ll remember the philosophy and lesson learned here. Thank you once more.
Kirk_L, Feb 2026
This was a fantastic experience! The instructor was charismatic, funny, and very talented! She was a former stunt woman and extremely patient/kind with our six-year-old daughter. This was one of the highlights of our trip for our daughter, but enjoyable for adults as well.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We are delighted to hear that you were satisfied and had a fulfilling time learning about Ninja. It was really nice to have you in our Dojo. Thanks again and have a nice day.
martin_m, Feb 2026
Very informative and a lot of fun. The instructor was very patient. Nice Dojo. I tried all the various weapons such as the sword, shirikins and blowgun. Leaned how to hide. I recommend for all.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We are delighted to hear that you were satisfied and had a fulfilling time learning about Ninja. It was really nice to have you in our Dojo. Thanks again and have a nice day.
James_P, Jan 2026
A physical experience of how Ninja performed their craft with both technique and weapon. Lots of fun, with a slight advantage if you have watched Naruto.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for your coming to our dojo. We hope that the ninja spirit is useful for your daily life. Have a nice day!
Matthew_L, Jan 2026
Our private ninja class was truly one of the highlights of our entire trip. It felt genuinely authentic and refreshingly non-touristy—immersive, thoughtful, and clearly rooted in real history and tradition rather than gimmicks.
The experience was perfectly balanced for our whole family. Our young kids were completely engaged and had an amazing time, while the adults found it just as enjoyable and interesting. We fully embraced the spirit of the class, dressing head-to-toe in ninja costumes and getting hands-on with an incredible range of activities: throwing ninja stars, using blow darts, and practicing with both samurai and ninja swords.
Beyond the action, we also learned meaningful history and techniques, which added real depth and context to everything we were doing. It never felt rushed or superficial—the instruction was engaging, respectful, and genuinely fun for all ages.
This was one of those rare experiences that everyone in the family agreed was special. A true standout and an absolute must-do for families looking for something memorable, immersive, and authentic.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for your detailed review. It is our pleasure to have you in our lesson and hear that you and your family enjoyed the experience. We hope the ninja spirit will enrich your daily life. Thank you again and have a nice day!
bodem1996, Jan 2026
Great experience with my wife and 7 year old daughter! Everyone had a blast. dressing up like a ninja, blowing darts, secret rooms, throwing ninja stars, walking in dark on a floor with spikes (don’t worry Sho will show you how to avoid them; ninja walk!). Great overall experience! I wish we had booked the 2 hour version!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for the review. We are happy to hear that you and your family enjoyed the lesson. We hope the experience enrich your daily life. Thank you again and have a nice day.
Mara_K, Jan 2026
The whole family had a great time at this ninja experience. We learned the whys and hows of different ninja weapons and had lots of laughs as we practiced. My kids said it was the highlight of our trip so far.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for the review. We are glad to hear that your family had a fun time. Hope you remember the ninja spirit. Thank you again and have a nice day.
Laura_J, Dec 2025
My family enjoyed this activity. We all had fun. My 10 year old loved learning about all the Ninja weapons. Instructors spoke excellent english.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for the review. We hope you remember the ninja spirit, and have a nice day!
Katie_M, Dec 2025
So much fun! Turns out I’m pretty decent with a blow gun and my did great with the Shiroken. They are really careful with the weapons so I’d say any family with older kids would absolutely love this.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for the review. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed our lesson. We hope you remember the ninja spirit and have a nice day.
Kyle_M, Dec 2025
Great hour spent learning how to be a Ninja! The teachers were great fun and very kind! Would highly recommend to any Ninja lovers!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for the review. It is our pleasure to hear that you had a fun time with us. Hope you remember the ninja spirit and have a nice day.
Mireya_F, Nov 2025
Absolutely amazing experience; we learned so much and loved the interactive portion. My son says this was the best part of his trip!
JackBenbow_L, Nov 2025
Great fun, couldn’t recommend enough. Our instructor was good energy and delivered the vibes. From death stars to sword skills we done it all
Christine_W, Oct 2025
Fantastic experience! Our tour guide was Sho and he was awesome. He was an expert on ninja history and we learnt so much. His communication was very easy to understand, he had a great sense of humour and we enjoyed practising all the manoeuvres and throwing various objects at the targets. Highly recommend this experience.
jonathan_g, Oct 2025
Definitely an amazing experience. The teacher was very knowledge and took her time with everyone. This is kid and family friendly
Christopher_M, Oct 2025
We had a blast. When we first signed up, we thought it might be a little cheesy but once you get in there and they help you put on your ninja outfit you can start to tell that this is actually going to be fun. They allow you to throw multiple different types of weapons and teach you real techniques.
Javaughn_G, Oct 2025
For context, I am a 33-year-old male from US and I did this experience with my friend who is same age.
Pros: It was entertaining and the hour flew by because we were doing so many activities. You learn a little bit about ninja history, but nothing too in-depth. We laughed and took a ton of photos. The staff was also very nice. Also great for families or date activities and centrally located.
Cons: It felt gimmicky. It was very high-level so I didn't leave feeling very knowledgeable about ninja/samurai. I wouldn't recommend if you want a true authentic experience.
Athena_C, Oct 2025
My sister and I thought this experience was one of the highlights of our trip to Kyoto!! The host was funny and knew a lot about ninjas! We learned so much and it felt like a private experience! He even accommodated us because we were a little late due to traffic.
Elijah_T, Sep 2025
Went with my girlfriend, we are 25 years old and seems like it could be perfect for people of all ages. So fun. Great experience.
Cheryl_B, Sep 2025
Jack was a great a teacher, he made it very fun and interesting. The ninja history and products sold are also quite interesting. I definitely recommend the experience, you won’t find a similar one anywhere else.
Phillip_G, Aug 2025
Awesome Ninja experience 🥷 dress up in proper Ninja clothing and learn to walk like a ninja, use a sword throw ninja stars! Instructor was amazing and really funny and informative. Awesome time
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