Amazing samurai experience! We came as a group of 8 and the whole session was rich, fulfilling, and left us wanting more. The two instructors worked seamlessly together — patient, passionate, and highly interactive throughout, with so much energy and professionalism. And they were incredibly cool! Through this experience, we truly felt the spirit of traditional Japanese culture. It was deeply meaningful. Highly recommended for any foreign traveler visiting Tokyo — absolutely worth it!
Samurai Experience in Tokyo / SAMURAI've





At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $71 / person
- Location
- Tokyo, Japan
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 15 reviews
- Group
- Small group, up to 19
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- SAMURAI EXPERIENCE in Tokyo【SAMURAI've】
- Meeting point
- 3-3-12-B2, Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 151-0051, JapanDirection to SAMUARI’ve (The nearest station)Kitasando sta. (Fukutoshin Line) Exit 2 / 4 min. walkHarajuku sta. (JR Yamanote Line) Takeshita Exit / 8min. walkSendagaya sta.(JR Sobu Line) / 10min.walk
Description
Our samurai experience program entails dressing up in a samurai costume and learning samurai sword fighting (Tate) first-hand. Anybody can join the activity regardless of age and gender, as long as you have the samurai spirit within you. Our samurai experience plan has been featured on TV and in the media, and has already been enjoyed by over 3,000 people from many different countries! Since this type of experience is rare in Tokyo, we have been incorporated into tour plans by tourist agencies and travel agencies, and our experience has been very well received by visitors to Tokyo from all over the country. The unique feature of our Samurai Experience is that we are staffed by professionals who are active in video and stage productions! Enjoy the authentic samurai experience with us!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 5
- Adult (ages 13–80)
- $71
- Child (ages 5–12)
- $57
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $143.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 4.
Tour Options
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
How it compares in Tokyo
- Starting price $71 is close to the typical $79 for tours of similar length in Tokyo
Excurgo comparison of 4,151 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Samurai Experience in Tokyo / SAMURAI've take?
Samurai Experience in Tokyo / SAMURAI've lasts about 1 hour.
How much does Samurai Experience in Tokyo / SAMURAI've cost?
Prices start at $71 per person for this Tokyo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $143. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Samurai Experience in Tokyo / SAMURAI've run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
How much does Samurai Experience in Tokyo / SAMURAI've cost for children?
Children aged 5–12 pay from $57, adults from $71.
Can I cancel Samurai Experience in Tokyo / SAMURAI've for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is 3-3-12-B2, Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 151-0051, Japan. Direction to SAMUARI’ve (The nearest station). Kitasando sta. (Fukutoshin Line) Exit 2 / 4 min. walk. Harajuku sta. (JR Yamanote Line) Takeshita Exit / 8min. walk. Sendagaya sta.(JR Sobu Line) / 10min.walk. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 19 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Samurai Experience in Tokyo / SAMURAI've worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 15 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by SAMURAI EXPERIENCE in Tokyo【SAMURAI've】.
Reviews(15)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
Easy to get to.. we were running late and they were accommodating. Good fun for all ages.. highly recommend
My 17 year old and I had an amazing experience. The session was informative and fun. The staff was courteous and professional. The instructions were clear and they offered to take action shots throughout the class.
Amazing experience! The teachers were super fun to work with and very patient. They taught us the basics of samurai respect and techniques. It was overall a super amazing experience! Highly recommend booking with them!!
The experience was great, loved getting to know more about the culture in a unique way. The sensei were very patient.
We enjoyed it very much. The instructors made the experience fun while conveying the basics of what must be a very difficult discipline. Recommended.
We had the time of our lives. The experience left us wanting more activities like this! We enjoyed learning in detail about samurai’s!
The start time is not implicit on the ticket nor on the bookings page on Viator. The add to calendar link on Viator apparently went to the default setting of 12 noon. As a result we were late and missed out on the experience, which my family was really looking forward to and paid more than $600 for. In fairness, the initial confirmation we got weeks ago did say that it started at 10:30 AM. But on the day of, the ticket doesn't have the time on it, and the add to calendar feature defaults to an incorrect time.
Everyone was super kind and helpful! They helped you dress in the kimono and the taught us how to draw and replace the katana, and then we had a movie fight which was super fun! I'd definitely recommend.
This was a professional samurai sword class. We arrived, and they dressed us in our practice samurai kimonos. The swords were metal and heavy but not sharp on the side. We learned basic moves and then a full fighting move. The instruction was great. They were careful and thoughtful. We were hesitant because it had few reviews but so thankful we booked it! It was an historical activity highlight. Book it!!
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