Tokyo: Ninja & Samurai 2-Hour Hands-On Training with Master

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Duration2h
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A Tokyo Master Teaches You Ninja Sword and Samurai Spirit in Two Hours

You'll learn ninja meditation, throw shuriken and blowgun darts, train with ninja and samurai swords, and watch a live performance — all in two hours with a Japanese master teaching in English. Ninja costume rental is included, the venue is indoors, and no prior experience is needed. Book if you want hands-on martial arts training that feels like actual instruction, not a costume photo op.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Ninja and Samurai training experience

  • Learn Ninja meditation Kuji-In
  • Explore ninja weapons and tools
  • Visit ninja trick house gimmick
  • Practice Ninja sword techniques
  • Train with Shuriken (Ninja stars)
  • Train with Ninja blowgun darts
  • Learn samurai sword techniques
  • Watch and perform samurai demonstration

The Experience

The sensei doesn't waste time on small talk. You walk into the dojo, and within minutes you're holding a real ninja sword, learning the exact stance and breath work that matters. He corrects your grip without fussing — just shows you the right way, watches you do it again, nods. That directness is what makes the training stick. You spend two hours learning both ninja and samurai techniques in English, moving through meditation, weapon handling, and live performance with someone who has actually trained in these arts. The space is indoors, climate-controlled, the kind of place that works whether it's raining or sweltering outside.

The session opens with ninja meditation — Kuji-In, a breathing and focus practice that feels less mystical and more practical once you're doing it. Then you move into the weapons. Shuriken (ninja stars) first, which is harder than it looks; the sensei shows you the flick of the wrist, the release point, and you throw until your hand gets it. Ninja blowgun comes next — shorter range, more precision. You're not playing; you're learning the actual mechanics of how these tools worked. The samurai sword training follows a different rhythm: it's about the draw, the cut, the spirit behind the movement. You watch a performance, then you're the one holding the sword, feeling how the weight changes everything about your stance.

Ninja clothes are included — you wear them during the training, which sounds like a gimmick but actually changes how your body moves and how seriously you take the work. The master adjusts your posture differently once you're in the costume, because the weight and fit matter. By the end of the two hours, you've handled multiple weapons, learned meditation techniques you can use anywhere, and watched a live samurai performance that you've now got some understanding of. It's not a tourist show where you sit and watch; it's a class where you participate, and the difference is everything.

What’s included

Your two hours include admission to the training space, rental of ninja costume during the session, instruction from a Japanese sensei who teaches in English, hands-on practice with shuriken, ninja blowgun, ninja sword, and samurai sword, ninja meditation training (Kuji-In), and a live samurai performance you can watch and participate in.

Good to know
Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by NINJA SAMURAI TOKYO

Is this one for you?This works well if you want actual martial arts instruction rather than a costume experience, and if you're looking for something indoor and weather-proof in Tokyo. The fixed two-hour format means you get a complete session without arranging your own timing or hunting for a qualified teacher.

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Top questions

How long is the ninja and samurai training session?

Two hours total, including meditation, weapon training, costume time, and live performance.

Do I need martial arts experience to join?

No. The training is designed for all fitness levels and beginners. The sensei teaches in English and adjusts instruction to your level.

What weapons will I train with?

You'll handle shuriken (ninja stars), ninja blowgun, ninja sword, and samurai sword. Each has its own technique and practice time.

Is the costume included?

Yes. Ninja clothes rental is included in the session. You wear them during training.

Is this indoors? What if the weather is bad?

Yes, it's an indoor venue, so rain, heat, or cold won't affect the session.

What's included in the price?

Admission, ninja costume rental, instruction from a Japanese master in English, and access to all weapons and training areas.

Can I watch a performance, or do I only train?

You watch a live samurai performance and then practice the techniques you've seen. It's both watching and doing.

Is this suitable for kids or families?

Yes, it's listed as suitable for kids and families. The master adjusts the intensity and focus based on age and ability.

Tokyo: Ninja & Samurai 2-Hour Hands-On Training with Master

2h · EN · JA

from JP¥ 15,000 per person

★★★★★★★★★★4.95238 reviews
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