Tokyo

Best Samurai Experience in Tokyo

Badge of ExcellenceTokyo, Japan

1 hour (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
Professional guide/instructor
Samurai Costumes

Private transportation

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Samurai Theater Tokyo
40 Yokoteramachi, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 162-0831, Japan
There is a sign that reads "Houkokuji Shojoin" and there is also a light blue flag with "Samurai Theater Tokyo" written on it. Here are the details of access. Please refer to it. https://www.samurai-theater.com/en/access/

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
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps

Infant seats available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Reviews

5.0

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Fun fun fun!

Adair_S, May 2024

I took my adult children and we had a blast! The 2 instructors were entertaining, and we learned all the movements. Highly recommend for anyone who wants a piece of culture and interactive high energy activity all in one!

Response from Host, May 2024

Thanks for coming to the Samurai Experience. We're glad you enjoyed yourselves. You all looked great in your kimonos and hakama.

Best time

Ivaylo_B, May 2024

I enjoy it very much. One of the best experiances in Tokyo. It is a must to do. I didnt know what to expect but I was nicely surprised. Now I feel like samurai :)

Response from Host, May 2024

Thanks for coming to the Samurai Experience. We are glad to hear that you were pleasantly surprised. We are very happy to hear that.

Fun Experience in Tokyo

MURDOCH_S, May 2024

Although not the easiest place to find, once there this was a fun experience with culture and tradition incorporated.

Response from Host, May 2024

Thank you for coming to the Samurai Experience. We are very happy to hear that you had a good time. Please keep it as a memory of your time in Japan.

Fun times and great photos

Elinor_B, Apr 2024

This was a very fun experience in Tokyo - you get to dress up, learn some traditional moves with a sword and take great photos/videos. The staff was friendly and created a fun experience for everyone. I was disappointed that we didn't get more information on samurai history and more educational aspects of this martial art form, but otherwise very fun and glad we did it!

Response from Host, May 2024

Thank you for coming to the Samurai Experience. Thank you for enjoying the experience. I'm glad you were able to take so many great photos to remember the experience.

I had an exciting...

Davilia_W, Apr 2024

I had an exciting experience & enjoyed the myself very much. Very pleasant and informative The whole experience was amazing and I loved how the show was presented in such a good manner

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for coming to the Samurai Experience. We are so glad that you enjoyed the experience. It would be great if you could keep it in your mind as one of your memorable moments in Japan.

Great time

Mark_C, Apr 2024

The staff were really welcoming and entertaining. My son and I enjoyed learning how to use the katana and loved talking part in an action sequence. I would highly recommend this to anyone.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for coming to the Samurai Experience. You guys were very good. Did you get many good pictures? I hope the pictures remind you of the time you spent with us.

Fun experience

Andrew_W, Apr 2024

Great fun. The two guys looking after us had a great sense of humour and the play acting was excellent. Highly recommended.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for coming to the Samurai Experience. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed it. We will be happy if you remember it as a memory of your time in Japan.

Humorous intro to sword fighting

Robert_T, Apr 2024

The hosts gave us a light hearted crash course in kendo in a low key dojo-like setting. They were very complimentary despite our bad form and skill. We finished with a scripted fight to some banger music.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for coming to the Samurai Experience. You did your best to master it in a short time. The fight scene at the end was great.

Not Easy to Find, but Great Experience when you get there

Robert_D, Apr 2024

The venue is a little difficult to find, and my driver couldn't find it on the Saturday i was booked. I sent them a note and advise of this and they fitted me in on Sunday (before my flight out of Tokyo) - thanks. A great experience, pity my wife couldn't join me as she had to pack. A great experience and suits all ages including families (the kids had a ball !). To avoid getting lost, download the directions direct from their website, Bob

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thanks for coming to the Samurai Experience. Sorry it was hard to find the place. I am glad you contacted me before you left Japan. Once in a lifetime meeting. Thank you for the precious time we spent together.

Highly recommended!

Priscilla_F, Apr 2024

The provider was so accommodating to our unexpected changes in timing. And they made sure we had the full experience! The experience was very interesting and we love the performance we got to do in the end!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for coming to the Samurai Experience. I am so glad that you were able to participate in the experience safely. I am also glad that you enjoyed it.

Great Time and Fun!

Victoria_J, Apr 2024

It was so much fun! Dressed up, learned sword moves and laughed along the way. Definitely recommend for something fun and different to do.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for coming to the Samurai Experience. The kimono and hakama looked great on you. Thanks for having fun.

Great experience

Anna_D, Apr 2024

We had so much fun! I Thanks for being so good at teaching and so understanding. Also my son (almost 11) felt so engaged!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for coming to the Samurai Experience. It is very encouraging to hear your praise. Your son was a very cute and cool samurai.

Such a fun and informative class

Gina_Q, Apr 2024

Such a fun and active class. Our instructors were highly energetic, fun and at the end of the class had a skid prepared for each of us. So fun!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thanks for coming to the Samurai Experience. Did you get a picture of the final fight scene? I would be happy if you could keep it as part of your memories of your trip to Japan.

Such a great experience!

CYNTHIA_G, Apr 2024

There were 7 of us, it was a great intimate experience. we ranged from 7 years old to 60. It was fantastic! The hosts were so involved in making the experience fun & interactive. My son loved it. Got dressed up, had a sword battle, photos with the full samurai outfits. I would highly recommend to everyone. Even had some laughs!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thanks for coming to the Samurai Experience. We are very happy that you had a good time with us. Did you take many memorable photos and videos? We hope you cherish them.

We traveled with friends...

Mark_H, Apr 2024

We traveled with friends to have our Samurai training in Tokyo. We all enjoyed dressing in Samurai Kimono and had lots of fun for the with the our sensei.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thanks for coming to the Samurai Experience. We are so glad you enjoyed it. Did you take many memorable photos and videos? Please make it a memorable part of your trip to Japan.

Great family fun!

Nancy_E, Apr 2024

What a fun experience for our two older noys(18 and 22). You get to wear a full set up and then they teach you basic samurai knife techniques and learn a quick choreograph fight and everyone has to perform it. Very entertaining! I would recommend. Only thing I would suggest is to give more history of samurai life and background. The samurai teachers spoke English and were nice and engaging!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thanks for coming to the Samurai Experience. Thanks for the nice review and advice. We are so glad you and your family enjoyed yourselves.

Samurai experience in Tokyo

James_B, Apr 2024

We had a wonderful time dressing in Japanese outfits and learning samurai swordsmanship. We enjoyed the enthusiasm of our instructors and the good humor they displayed as they died. It was all great fun!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thanks for coming to the Samurai Experience. We are very happy to hear that you had a great time. Did you get any good photos or videos? Please make it a good memory.

Best experience in Tokyo

Matthew_A, Apr 2024

Wow what a fun experience! Was the highlight of our trip to Tokyo! The staff was so fun and friendly. Definitely do it you’ll love it!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thanks for coming to the Samurai Experience. And thanks for the nice review. We are more than happy to hear that our guests had a good time.

A once in a lifetime experience you don't want to miss!

Harry_T, Apr 2024

Great experience! Everyone should become a Samurai for a day, it was a fun time. The instructors where excellent and explained the history and methods used by the Samurai.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thanks for coming to the Samurai Experience. And thanks for the great review. We're so glad you had a good time. I hope you will keep it in your heart as a memory of your time in Japan.

Family fun

James_H, Apr 2024

Getting in all the gear. The guys are great and very fun. Great for family and the with kids of all ages

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for coming to the Samurai Experience. We try to make the experience enjoyable for everyone from adults to children. I am glad you felt the same way. Thank you for the nice review.

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