Ninja 1-hour hands-on lesson in English in Tokyo
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Ninja 1-hour hands-on lesson in English in Tokyo
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Ages 5-60, max of 6 per group
Duration: 1h
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Live guide: Japanese, English
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- Ninja clothes rental during training
- Restroom on board
- Landing and facility fees
What's not included- Bottled water
- Private transportation
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- NINJA SAMURAI TOKYO, Japan, 135-0052 Tokyo, Koto City, Shiomi, 2-chōme39, Bayfrere Shiomi, EAST 4階4F of the building of "BAYFRERE EAST". 3-minute walk from SHIOMI station on the JR Keiyo line. Next to 7-Eleven.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
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- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
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- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 166723P1
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- 325christinep0 contributionsVery worth a try, learn something new.This class offers great insight into the culture and background of the Ninja and Samurai. The experience was a strong touch into the aspect of star throwing, blow darts, sword work, and other activities. The instructor has many, many years of experience and provides an atmosphere of learning and calm. If you want to dip your toe into the very top surface of Japan's historical warrior class, take this course.Written 31 January 2025
- ashleydX2339NX0 contributionsBest ninja experience everAbsolutely amazing experience!! We had a small intimate group where we all got dressed in our ninja robes, learnt about the different ninja meditation techniques, learnt about different ways of ninja walks and then about a variety of weapons. The 2 hours flew by so fast and was so much fun - we all thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and would recommend for everyone to attend!Written 2 January 2025
- Meander223394815600 contributionsPerfect balance of history and funI took my 14-year-old son, and we BOTH had a wonderful time. We learned about the history and context of the ninja - and it was fun to do the activities. The instructor was excellent. Highly recommend.Written 22 December 2024
- CeciliaC32990 contributionsNinja timeTrained with Ninja teacher Budou -- who was so kind, patient and wonderful. We got to dress up like real ninjas, learned ninja culture and had so much fun during the hands-on sessions! Appreciate how he explained in detail about the origin, history & philosophy of ninjas, the type of tools/weapons used, and how each weapon can be used in so many different ways! I especially loved the "scenarios" where we role played as ninjas on a mission. We had to stealthily advance using ninja walking style. Then we threw shurikens, flicked chopsticks, blew darts out of a pipe and used sword techniques, in order to make our quick escape! This session was so incredibly fun yet informative. It allowed us to understand ninjas a bit deeper than their simple portrayal in popular culture. We thoroughly enjoyed it and had so much laughter together. Totally worth it and made incredible memories during our trip! 😁🎉Written 21 December 2024
- 404pf0 contributionsDreams Come TrueI recommend this class 10/10. The hardest part for me was realizing I enter the commercial building and then I took the stairs up to the space. I did the 2 hour class with two other people(father and son). I'm 6'4 and the ninja attire provided fit me great. We learned the history and education of being a ninja as well as samurai. We learned how to do the hand movements. Not walk on the chestnuts with our eyes open and close. How to throw stars, the different name of weapons, blow darts. We got to take videos of doing the activities. My favorite thing was probably creeping to a wall and blowing the dart to take out the target. 😂 Then we did Samurai training where we learned how to remove the blade and put the blade back. Like it's so much stuff that we learned and did. It was so fun. If I lived there I would probably became a full time student. Accidentally lost all my pictures and videos of my stay in Tokyo 😭 but I plan on returning.Written 15 December 2024
- Shanan840 contributionsAmazingMy husband and I participated in this activity in November and it was so good! We learnt the history of the Ninjas, got to use throwing darts, blow darts and Samurai swords. The instructor was great, and very knowledgeable! Would recommend for anyone visiting TokyoWritten 6 December 2024
- leboboy0 contributionsNinja and samurai experienceNinja Dubou was well informed with all gadgets needed even offered to take lots of photos as needed. Informative fun class!Written 30 November 2024
- 646helderc0 contributionsBest ninja experience classThe instructor is very passionate and very knowledgeable. He is patient and he is excited seeing students do the moves. The best experience in my trip to JapanWritten 31 October 2024
- mypassionmyobsession0 contributionsMade you feel like a Ninja for a day! 🥷🏾The best 2 hour ninja lesson experience I had while visiting Tokyo. The class is small and intimate. Learned details on ninja samurai culture and techniques. I have always been obsessed with ninjas since the 80's watching tv series like Shadow Warriors and The Master. And now, Shogun. Perfect for ninja samurai enthusiasts. And trust me, you will sweat a little too but will not regret it.Written 22 October 2024
- alexpJ9504PW0 contributionsIncredible experience, even better senseiHands down the best activity we did while in Japan. It is the perfect mix of fun and learning. We thoroughly enjoyed every aspect and what made it absolutely sublime was the sensei. He was excellent, encouraging, funny and his English is great. Would definitely recommend for families that are competitive!Written 22 October 2024
- kimsengh20240 contributionsGreat FUN! Come in groups for maximum funInstructors were masters / performers and they were super friendly and hospitable. Crafted a very memorable 2 hour lesson where one will not just have an introduction to the mystical world of ninjas and samurais but have the opportunity to partake in highly fun activities and re-enaction. Highly recommended for anyone coming TokyoWritten 18 October 2024
- B6190KXpaiged0 contributionsGreat hands on activity.This was a great activity to finish our Japan trip on. The two hours flew by as we were shown how to be real life ninjas. 🥷 my family (kids 11 and 13) and I really enjoyed using all of the weapons and we all seemed to excel in a different one (mine was the low dart!) The instructors English was good and his helper was also really nice. Highly recommend.Written 5 October 2024
- 371virginial0 contributionsAwesome experience!We had a wonderful time! The class was better than expected and we learned a lot of samurai and ninja history! Our instructor was authentic and passionate. We highly recommend it!Written 29 September 2024
- calebh7220 contributionsThe Ultimate Shinobi ExperianceVery worth coming here! My friends and I took the course and had so much fun learning the techniques and using the tools/weapons. Our instructor was very good at teaching and very funny as well. Everything was clear and easy to remember. You definitely leave feeling like the pathway to becoming a shinobi/samurai has been opened up to you.Written 27 August 2024
- F253XQjustinl0 contributionsFantastic experienceAmazing service! Lessons were fun and engaging, as well as the quality of the equipment! A short walk from the train station makes the journey extremely convenient as well. 11/10Written 22 August 2024
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Yannick
7 contributions
It was great and suitable for adults and children alike. We learned a lot about the art of ninjas and their techniques. We also practiced their different weapons. The teacher was very educational and explained very well. We had a great time

Written 6 May 2024
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FazFazio
Brisbane, Australia17 contributions
May 2023
This was a great experience. I came with my brother and we were a bit unsure when we arrived as it was in a nondescript builinding in an area that is far from tourist spots. Nevertheless, once we entered we realsied we were in safe hands as our sensei welcomed us and made us feel comfortable. The lesson was a combination of information about who/what Ninjas were/are as well as the various weapons they use and stealth techniques. I found the lesson really interesting and there was a good amount of participation and time to get hands-on with the weapons. Very cool and would reccomend to anyone interested in Ninjas or anyone who just wants to try their hand at throwing a ninja star!
Written 6 May 2023
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davi f
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Budo was our amazing ninja master, the whole family had fun . place is super clean, costumes amazing, props great. threw stars blew darts did ninja breathing and walking. we are very thankful would do it again!
Written 11 August 2024
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Kim S
Perth, Australia59 contributions
Jan 2020
My family of 5 (including 3 children ages 11yr-B, 13yr-B and 15yr-G) all enjoyed this experience. Raven educated us about the history of the ninja and the samurai and was able to answer all the questions we had. We all had plenty of turns practicing to throw ninja stars and use the blow pipe to shoot darts. After the class we looked at the showcase and Raven enlightened us to what a lot of the weapons were. I would recommend this activity as a great inclusive family day out.
Written 20 January 2020
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Thank you for writing a review!! Sorry for the reply being delayed very much. I am very glad that you are pleased. Thank You.!
Raven
NinjaSamuraiDojo
Written 24 January 2020
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Maggie
4 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
The hosts were really accommodating with our schedule mix-up. We are so glad we did the experience, with a 7 year old and 10 year old, the one hour lesson was perfect and the kids really enjoyed throwing the ninja stars and trying blow darts. Our teacher Mr. Takahashi was great with the kids. Showing up earlier will allow more time to get dressed in the ninja outfit. Thank you for a fun experience!
Written 21 December 2022
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THG74
Sydney, Australia28 contributions
Apr 2024 • Family
Teacher was good and very friendly and smart, and it was fun to dress in the gear. The venue, however, was pretty disappointing. It was top floor of a small office block in the middle of nowhere. The room felt like a classroom and didn't have the authenticity we'd hoped for - all a little rundown. NOT AT ALL like the photos shown here - there are no black walls and dark spaces. This is a stark white classroom. There was no sword play - but we did throw a couple of throwing stars and did some blow darts (which were not authentic in any way, Lol). Overall it was a bit disappointing.
Written 19 May 2024
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MistyPerth
Perth6 contributions
Oct 2019 • Family
My family & I had a brilliant Ninja session in October. The instructor spoke fluent English and was both knowledgeable and welcoming. After giving us a demonstration and brief talk we were able to try a number of activities including throwing Ninja stars and trying to blow darts. The instructor was very patient and was generous with his time, the session lasted well over 45 minutes. The dojo is in central Asakusa, only a few minutes walk from the station and close to the temple. If we are fortunate enough to go to Japan again we will definitely book a second time so we can try the Samurai session.
Written 5 January 2020
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Thank you for writing a review!! Sorry for the reply being delayed very much. I am very glad that you are pleased. Thank You. NinjaSamuraiDojo
Written 24 January 2020
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Kathi S
5 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
It was a unique and absolutely, great experience!
The “ninjas” suburb were super friendly and informative. To experience a quick run of culture, meditation and “weapons exercises” in ninja clothing was very special! Thanks for that!!!
Arigatō gozaimasu!!!
The “ninjas” suburb were super friendly and informative. To experience a quick run of culture, meditation and “weapons exercises” in ninja clothing was very special! Thanks for that!!!
Arigatō gozaimasu!!!
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Written 7 July 2024
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Emma L
Le Havre, France5 contributions
Feb 2021
An amazing & unique experience.
Glad to be able to dive into a Japanese culture that is often seen in cinema or manga but not often talked about.
The sensei taught us the philosophy of what being a ninja is with as well a practical part (throwing shuriken & even chopsticks!)
I also got to wear the ninja clothes which I loved!
Definitely recommend this place, worth the price for sure.
Glad to be able to dive into a Japanese culture that is often seen in cinema or manga but not often talked about.
The sensei taught us the philosophy of what being a ninja is with as well a practical part (throwing shuriken & even chopsticks!)
I also got to wear the ninja clothes which I loved!
Definitely recommend this place, worth the price for sure.
Written 7 February 2021
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Zoe C
8 contributions
My wife and I did the Ninja lesson today. We were both blown away by the whole experience. We were treated to the history of both the Samurai and Ninja as well as demostrations with swords, fans and meditation. We were taught how to throw ninja stars and blow darts as well as a lot more. I cannot recommend this enough. The staff were wonderful, full of information and want you to enjoy this experience to the max. If there was one thing to do during your trip, this has to be it!
Written 20 November 2019
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Thank you for writing a review!! Sorry for the reply being delayed very much. I am very glad that you are pleased. Thank You. NinjaSamuraiDojo
Written 30 November 2019
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