Highlights of This Exclusive Ninja Experience •Forge a real ninja weapon—only available here. Heat, hammer, and shape glowing steel under the guidance of skilled craftsmen. •Choose authentic ninja tools. Create one of three shuriken types or a kunai—rarely offered to visitors. •Feel the thrill of real forging. Sparks fly and steel transforms as your weapon takes shape. •Learn the hidden stories behind ninja weapons. Discover the history and traditions that made these tools legendary. •Craft in an immersive, atmospheric studio. A perfect setting for unforgettable photos and a true ninja-world experience.
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Authentic Ninja Weapon Forging Experience in Kyoto lasts about 2h 30min.
Prices start at $149 per person for this Kyoto experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM and 6:30 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is It is a 1-minute walk from Hieizanguchi Station. Please go up the hill where there is a red postbox in front of the station. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 75 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Atelier NIN.
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This was so worth every penny. I was very worried as we are seniors and the photos showed everyone sitting on the floor. They had stools for us which worked out perfects. Everyone was extremely accommodating. The area where the studio is located is beautiful.
The entire expirence was amazing, Taka was a great teacher and guide throughout the kunai tool making.
This class was so fun! I was in a group of people from all around the world , and we got to have a lovely time while Taka, our blacksmithing guide was giving us historical information, having a lot of fun with us and Putting on a great show, this was so much fun to do.And I look forward to going back! 20/10!
This is a really cool activity that everyone should do. The host is passionate and you can see it in how he teaches the class. You can also throw shuriken at the end of the class.
Very personable workers, super friendly and outgoing. I made the Kunai and it was exactly what I was hoping for with the actual weapon forging process in Japan.
Very interesting, were able to do everything ourselves, definitely worth it! Try the art of blacksmithing from all sides.
Great experience and Sawan, Haya and Ayu were wonderful teachers! We are ninja ready. Definitely recommend
Loved the experience with my teen boys
This is a great activity with expert forgers. Give yourself extra time to walk around the town, it’s really an awesome place in nature just 30 minutes from Kyoto. Wish we had come earlier to take the ropeway to the top of the mountain.
My teen and adult son had an awesome experience! Would recommend again! Definitely worth the money!!!!
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