Overview
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1 hour
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Create your own metal shuriken in a real ninja house in Arashiyama
Discover the hidden weapon culture of Japan’s samurai and ninja era
Learn the traditional casting process in a hands-on workshop
Design the shape, prepare the mold, pour molten metal, and polish the finish
Take home a one-of-a-kind souvenir made by your own hands
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Step inside a hidden ninja house in Arashiyama, Kyoto, for an immersive workshop where history meets craftsmanship. Far from the tourist crowds, you will move beyond sightseeing to become a maker, forging your own metal shuriken through traditional casting methods. The Experience Discovery: Learn the secret history of ninja weaponry and the distinct role shuriken played compared to the samurai sword. Design & Mold: Customize your design and prepare a specialized mold using traditional materials—a process requiring focus and precision. The Pour: Witness the transformation of solid metal into a molten, silvery liquid. Under expert guidance, you will pour the glowing metal into your mold. Refinement: Once cooled, use professional tools to smooth and polish your piece, revealing a sharp, brilliant shine. A One-of-a-Kind Keepsake Forget mass-produced souvenirs. You will leave with a handcrafted metal shuriken—a unique symbol of your time in Kyoto, born from fire, metal, and your own hands.
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Kyoto Make a Metal Shuriken in a Real Ninja House
What‘s Included
Metal shuriken casting workshop
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ninja weapon making
Vacation04296293622,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The instructor explained each step clearly and helped whenever needed, so even beginners could enjoy the experience. What I loved most was that I got to shape, polish, and finish the shuriken myself, making it feel like a truly personal souvenir.
Fun to make a ninja weapon
Travel23813065469,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00had an amazing time making my own shuriken out of tin! The workshop was hands-on, easy to follow, and surprisingly satisfying. It was fascinating to learn how a simple piece of metal could be transformed into something that looked like a real ninja throwing star.
Fun Making Ninja Stars
U4253KCzoej,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super fun experience to do. It was in a cool room and a break from the heat. The fee was 8,000 per person and we got to all make ninja stars. Staff were so nice and funny. This is best for summer heat and visit was an hour.
Very fun experience
HollyJ1169,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yuki was awesome!! Very fun experience!
fun
tobinj2026,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00it was awesome and fun, i love making ninja stars
Ninja’s masterpiece
jass-mary,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a fantastic experience through the craftsmanship of Ninja and unique Japanese culture. I highly recommend everyone go to here!
Shuriken experience
783fumit,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was very good experience! Sojo, he was so kind and helped us making Shuriken, the Japanese samurai equipment.
Wonderful!!!!!
Stay12934689840,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a really wonderful experience!! So-jou san was really gentle and tough all the activities and the steps clearly. I really recommend this place and activities!
You can make a cool Japanese shuriken
rorenb,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wanderful experience with Sojo! He's so nice and well trained. You can also enjoy nice coffee with pretty view in Arashiyama. Literary highly recommend :)
Making Shriken
630lucasy,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A tall ninja explained us how to make Shuriken properly and kindly. He’s the best ninja I’ve ever seen.
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