Private Tour

Kyoto Samurai Armor Experience with Movie & Photo Shooting

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour

Mobile ticket

You can wear authentic Samurai armor and take part in a short movie shoot and a professional Samurai photo session inside our studio.

All the armors on display are genuine pieces — handcrafted by skilled artisans and used in actual films.

We have over 20 sets of armor, including replicas of historical warlords and original SHOGUN STUDIO designs, with around 10 on display at any given time. The armor lineup changes monthly, so every visit offers something new.

(A) Armor Experience: One full set of armor per person

(B) Short Movie: One short movie per group (~2 min.)

(D) Projection Mapping Experience

(E) Experience Duration: Approximately 60 minutes

(F) Weapons used (sword, spear, bow)

All shooting data will be delivered within 24 hours via Google Drive.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

A brand-new attraction that opened in August 2025, already gaining buzz with over 10,000 Instagram followers! Choose your favorite suit of armor from the studio’s display and actually wear it yourself. These are not antiques or plastic replicas — each piece is an authentic suit of armor, handcrafted by skilled artisans over a period of more than six months. Once you see and touch them, you’ll be amazed by their weight, craftsmanship, and realism. In this plan, your professional creators and photographers will film a Samurai Short Movie and take Samurai Photos of you in the studio. Additionally, through stunning projection mapping, the entire studio transforms into the Sengoku era, immersing you in a thrilling world where Samurai tradition meets futuristic technology. Experience a one-of-a-kind fusion of history and innovation like never before.

What‘s Included

Armor usage fees, movie & photography data and editing costs

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