Samurai Museum in Tokyo Shinjuku Ticket and Pass
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
The Samurai Museum Tokyo offers a captivating journey into Japan's storied past, where the lives of samurai and ninjas come alive. This extraordinary opportunity grants participants an in-depth exploration of the realm inhabited by these renowned combatants. The museum features interactive exhibitions, including hands-on samurai and ninja experiences. Visitors can try samurai armour, learn swordsmanship, and master ninja techniques like shuriken throwing and blowgun usage. It's an educational yet thrilling exploration of Japanese history, perfect for all ages. The museum educates and entertains, providing a memorable experience that brings history to life engagingly and interactively.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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 Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Learn about Japan’s fascinating samurai and ninja history through a museum tour, where you’ll see real clothing and equipment used by these legendary figures. Don’t struggle to understand the explanation plaques, as you’ll get a guided tour in English. Get the chance to dress up in samurai costume (or typical women’s dress if you prefer), learn how to use a samurai sword, or experience non-martial traditional activities.
What‘s Included
Samurai costume
Professional guide
Ninja star throw competition
Transportation to/from attractions
Options
(1753) Tokyo Shinjuku Basic
Reviews
24 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Object Light But Engaging And Informative
nick w,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Not really a museum in the traditional sense but more a guided interactive tour. You are ushered upstairs into a room then taken into a number of other rooms as part of a group with a guide explaining a but about samurai and then ninja history. The tour takes about 45 minutes and includes some ninja star throwing at the end before you are ushered into the v small shop before exiting via a rear fire escape. A diverting visit and informative and not expensive. The tour involves navigating staircases and the building is air conditioned.
Samurai Museum is a MUST SEE!
Ivan R,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an awesome experience to learn about Shogun, Samurai, and Ninjas history. And how it’s all tied into Feudal system and Japan’s history. At the end you can purchase your own Samurai sword/katana. Our guide through the museum was VERY Informative and Knowledgeable. I recommend this tour to everyone!!!
A Day with the Samurai
Ann S,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was very informative and part of the tour was interactive.
The Best Samurai Time
Global755602,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My dad and I had an amazing time at the Samurai Museum in Shinjuku! He’s a huge fan of samurais and their history and we both thoroughly enjoyed the fun and educational experience. Getting to pose with the swords in Samurai uniforms at the end and throw the rubber Shurikens was a fun highlight! Our guide Harumi was friendly and entertaining as well as Yoshi as our throwing star instructor. This is a great establishment, especially for the admission fee and being central in Shinjuku and we highly recommend it for your trip in Tokyo!
Super cool experience
B3813IPlewisb,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A thoroughly enjoyable experience. Loved seeing the samurai costumes and swords and learning a bit about the culture. Great to dress up in the samurai costume at the end with sword and take some photos. You can also dress up in a ninja outfit as well. Also the guide “dice” was really good - friendly and very knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend this experience to others.
History of the Samurai
Andrea K,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I loved the outside of the building, and the staff at reception were very welcoming. The guided tour was very informative, and getting to practice with shuriken was a treat. I also really appreciated the opportunity to go back through the exhibits afterwards to take more pictures.
Great museum
Journey57211321052,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good English-speaking guide included in the price. Great exhibition of samurai warrior clothes, learned a lot about the new Japanese culture and got to try cast star a bit expensive compared to other museums we have been to, but worth the money.
Guide was very knowledgeable and captivating
378francev,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guide was very knowledgeable and captivating. We learned a lot about history.
Buy your replica Samurai and Ninja weapons here!!!
Christopher B,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Interesting historical Samurai and Ninja overview plus a fun activity at the end. Replica swords, knives and Ninja stars are extremely detailed and reasonably priced compared to other replica providers. Highly recommended.
Inexpensive way to take in some history A+
FarAway00402222133,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very enjoyable tour and experience. For average $20 per person to take a tour of the museum it’s totally worth it to take in some history and see some samurai museum pieces. Our tour guide Lino was fantastic. Fun throwing star activity at the end.
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