Kyoto: Craft Your Own Ninja Weapon/ Shōgun Mask Workshop
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Step into the world of ninja craftsmanship in Kyoto and forge your own authentic ninja weapon using traditional Japanese tin casting techniques. In this immersive workshop, you will melt, cast, cool, and finish real metal under the guidance of experienced craftsmen. It offers a rare chance to work hands-on with time-honored methods used in Japanese metalwork.
This Experience is designed to be approachable for beginners and families alike, allowing participants to enjoy the magic of crafting without any prior skills.
Children age 5 and above are welcome to participate.Our experienced staff provide full step-by-step support through the entire process, ensuring that both kids and adults can comfortably enjoy the activity, and safely experience the excitement of the melting and molding process.
Whether you are visiting with family, friends,or as a couple, this activity offers a memorable way to create something meaningful with your own hands.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Experience Flow Upgrade your experience by crafting an oni-inspired metal mask finished with gold leaf — a bold, wearable work of art found nowhere else in Kyoto. 1. Choose Your Item • Shuriken (throwing star): Included • Kunai (ninja knife): +4,000 JPY • Oni metal mask: +10,000 JPY 2. Make the mold using special casting sand 3. Melt and pour the tin into the mold 4. Cool in water to solidify the metal 5. Shape and polish using files and grinders 6. Apply rust protection and finishing oil ⏱ Duration • Shuriken / Kunai: Approx. 2 hours • Oni Mask: Approx. 2.5 hours Perfect For • Travelers seeking a unique Kyoto experience • Ninja and Japanese culture fans
What‘s Included
Locker
Alcoholic Beverages
Options
Upgrade: Tactical Ninja Kunai
Ninja Kunai Larger Size(2 hrs): Upgraded plan for people who want to create a ninja weapon with larger size & intricate shape.
Kyoto: Craft Your Own Ninja Weapon/ Shōgun Mask Workshop
Premium: Shōgun Mask-Wearable
Shōgun Mask(2.5 hrs): Premium plan to create an original Shogun mask inspired by Japanese folklore. Craft a metal mask decorated by gold leaf.
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Really fun crafting experience
Jake B,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a great time channeling our inner craftsmen making ninja stars! This was definitely the favorite experience of our trip for our 10 and 12 year old boys. Ako and Sawan were very welcoming and helped us create some special and unique keepsakes. It took us about 2.5 hours total and was well worth it.
Do it! Team kunai 🔪♥️
Jaye M,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Such great experience! My 11yr old son kept up nicely. The instructors were very helpful and friendly. We made a kunai but sat next to a couple girls making shurikan and another person was making a mask - we enjoyed watching the differing processes. It is a bit of work but nothing too strenuous. Highly recommend - such a cool souvenir!
Loved this experience!
Vanessa S,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely loved this experience! They speak very well English and help you out a lot. They were so nice and we would do this again!
We had such a wonderful...
Erin C,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had such a wonderful time! It was a great unique experience and it wa so fun to create our ow pieces- highly recommend!
Unique, fun and entertaining
Vladislav Z,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a spectacular experience! The blacksmith is an amazing guy - very helpful, generous, and fun to talk to. And he has great music taste.
I would definitely do this again!
Rosemilore D,Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing craftsmanship. They are also really funny. We could not stop laughing during the entire project. My ninja star didn’t come out perfect, the way I wanted but it was made with love. I just have to go back and make a new one. Hahah
Best souvenir!
Chloe H,Aug 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I joined the shuriken-making workshop and had the best time! It’s my first time making a metal item, every step was so exciting! I had no idea how to use the tools, fortunately the staffs were so sweet and patient! They taught me how to do everything step by step, helped me to make a nice ninja star(all designed by myself)! Highly recommend for a unique memory and also a perfect souvenir!
From ¥16,000
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