Museums in Kyoto 8 options
Samurai Armor & Ninja Star Throw: Kyoto Museum ActivityPut on real samurai armor, throw ninja stars, and learn katana basics at the Samurai Ninja Museum in Kyoto.Every day · First departure 09:30, last 18:00 · From age 3★ 4.60 (798)1hEN✓ Free cancellationfromJP¥ 3,500per person
Kyoto: Samurai Sword Class & Ninja Star Throw with MuseumStep inside a Kyoto dojo for a real samurai sword class, ninja star throw, and museum tour: guided by local masters. Includes entry ticket & all gear.Every day · First departure 09:15, last 17:15 · From age 7★ 4.71 (252)2hEN✓ Free cancellationfromJP¥ 10,400per person
Ninja Experience Kyoto: Wear outfit & throw starsBecome a ninja at Kyoto Samurai Ninja Museum with costume, training, ninja star throwing, and photos. Groups up to 20, family-friendly.Every day · First departure 09:30, last 16:30 · From age 3★ 4.61 (222)2hEN✓ Free cancellationfromJP¥ 7,000per person
Kyoto: Itajime Shibori Silk Scarf Class at Shibori MuseumFeel the textures of Kyoto’s shibori tradition in a hands-on silk scarf dyeing class, with museum entry included. Choose colors, fold fabric, and take home your own creation.Mon–Sat · First departure 09:00, last 15:00 · From age 8★ 4.99 (86)30m–1hEN · JA✓ Free cancellationfromJP¥ 6,600per person
Kyomai Dance Performance in Gion Kyoto: Geiko & Maiko LiveWatch a 15-minute Kyomai dance performed live by a geiko or maiko in the Gion Kobu quarter.Every day · First departure 13:30, last 16:30 · All ages★ 4.75 (77)20m✓ Free cancellationfromJP¥ 3,900per person
Ninja Training Kyoto: Iga Museum, Skills & Beef LunchDay trip from Kyoto Station to Iga's ninja homeland. Includes museum tour, ninja training with English instructor, Iga beef lunch, pottery shop visit, and transport.Next departure: 15 Jan 2027 · All ages★ 5.00 (13)8h 30mEN✓ Free cancellationfromJP¥ 51,283per person
Hiroshima & Miyajima Day Trip from Kyoto: Bullet Train & Peace MuseumDay trip from Kyoto to Hiroshima by bullet train with licensed guide. Includes Peace Memorial Museum, Itsukushima Shrine, Atomic Bomb Dome, and transport.Every day · 08:00, 08:30 and 09:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 5.00 (9)12hEN · DE · ZH · ES✓ Free cancellationfromJP¥ 208,480per person
Kyoto: MIHO Museum & Shigaraki Ceramics Private Car TourPrivate day trip from Kyoto to MIHO Museum and Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Centre with guide, car and hotel pickup. Includes entry fees.Tue–Sun · 09:00, 09:30 and 10:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages8hEN · ZH✓ Free cancellationfromJP¥ 128,059per person
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✓ 2026-10-29| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samurai Armor & Ninja Star Throw: Kyoto Museum ActivityOur pick | JP¥ 3,500 per person | 1h | 4.60★ · 798 | Every day · First departure 09:30, last 18:00 | English |
| Kyoto: Samurai Sword Class & Ninja Star Throw with MuseumTop rated | JP¥ 10,400 per person | 2h | 4.71★ · 252 | Every day · First departure 09:15, last 17:15 | English |
| Kyomai Dance Performance in Gion Kyoto: Geiko & Maiko LiveShortest | JP¥ 3,900 per person | 20m | 4.75★ · 77 | Every day · First departure 13:30, last 16:30 | — |
| Ninja Experience Kyoto: Wear outfit & throw stars | JP¥ 7,000 per person | 2h | 4.61★ · 222 | Every day · First departure 09:30, last 16:30 | English |
| Kyoto: Itajime Shibori Silk Scarf Class at Shibori Museum | JP¥ 6,600 per person | 30m–1h | 4.99★ · 86 | Mon–Sat · First departure 09:00, last 15:00 | English, Japanese |
| Ninja Training Kyoto: Iga Museum, Skills & Beef Lunch | JP¥ 51,283 per person | 8h 30m | 5.00★ · 13 | Next departure: 15 Jan 2027 | English |
| Hiroshima & Miyajima Day Trip from Kyoto: Bullet Train & Peace Museum | JP¥ 208,480 per person | 12h | 5.00★ only 9 reviews | Every day · 08:00, 08:30 and 09:00 | English, German, Spanish +1 |
| Kyoto: MIHO Museum & Shigaraki Ceramics Private Car Tour | JP¥ 128,059 per person | 8h | — | Tue–Sun · 09:00, 09:30 and 10:00 | English, Chinese |
Museums in Kyoto at a glance
- Our pick: Samurai Armor & Ninja Star Throw: Kyoto Museum Activity, JP¥ 3,500 (1h, 4.60★ · 798).
- Top rated: Kyoto: Samurai Sword Class & Ninja Star Throw with Museum, JP¥ 10,400 (2h, 4.71★ · 252).
- Shortest: Kyomai Dance Performance in Gion Kyoto: Geiko & Maiko Live, JP¥ 3,900 (20m, 4.75★ · 77).
Real price per person across the 8 options: JP¥ 3,500–JP¥ 208,480 (median JP¥ 7,000). With 100+ reviews: 3 of 8.
Of the 8 options: 8 with free cancellation, 5 with instant confirmation, 2 with hotel pickup, 6 kid-friendly, 1 private and 5 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person.
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