10 Best Ninja Experiences in Asakusa

Real ninja were spies and scouts, not acrobats, and the better sessions tell you so before handing over the shuriken. Expect target throwing and dress-up photos at the Samurai Ninja Museum. Kids love it, and grown-ups tend to compete harder than they’ll admit.

1.Tokyo: Samurai Ninja Museum Tour – Armor & Sword Experience

Discover Tokyo's Samurai Ninja Museum with interactive armor, sword experiences, and ninja star throwing—perfect for history buffs and culture lovers.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“This was a super fun tour. We loved dressing up in samurai costumes to start the tour. Our guide was very friendly, knowledgeable and sweet. The costumes were incredibly beautiful to look at. The ninja star throwing experience was good fun for my children. Well…”

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7.Tokyo: Ninja Experience Cafe Asakusa

Experience authentic ninja training in Tokyo’s Asakusa, with fun weapon practice, guided instruction, and memorable photos—great for all ages.

★ 4.5

“My son really enjoyed it. He left delighted but a little sad because it didn't last an hour as planned. We only got 40 minutes, which was a shame with all the breaks, but he was happy with the performance, even if he was left…”

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8.Tokyo: Asakusa Junior Ninja Adventure Experience

Give children 45 minutes of ninja training in Asakusa, with shuriken, sword drills, English-speaking instructors and a costume stroll afterward.

★ 5.0

“What an absolutely wonderful experience for the whole family! From the moment we arrived, the team were incredibly warm, welcoming and accommodating. They were fantastic with the children, making them feel comfortable, involved and excited throughout the entire experience. It was the perfect mix of…”

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