Ninja Training: Learn Authentic Techniques

Experience a 1-hour hands-on ninja training in Kyoto. Learn unique techniques, courtesy, meditation, breath control, and Japanese martial arts.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • NINJA DOJO and STORE - Entry level 1 hour lesson: basic ninja training

Ninja meditation ‘Kuji-In’, Ninja breathing, Ninja walking, Introduction gimmick and trap at ninja trick house, Demonstration and training for Ninja sword, Sword training, Kunai(Dagger) training, Shuriken(Ninja star) training, Ninja blowgun(blow darts) training.

What's Included
  • Admission fees
  • Ninja clothes rental during training
  • Japanese ‘Sensei’ master who have trained Ninja-Arts teach in English
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Food and drink
Additional Information

A unique hour-long training session you won’t find anywhere else. You can learn some distinctive ninja techniques through direct, hands-on training conducted in English.

We begin our ninja training with dojo etiquette and ninja meditation, called ‘Kuji-kiri’. You’ll get a chance to master breath control similar to Yoga, along with the fundamentals of Japanese martial arts walking and Ninja walking.

Location
NINJA DOJO and STORE
2nd floor of the building opposite Family Mart store, Next to Crossing of Muromachi st and Bukkoji st. NINJA DOJO and STORE Kyoto: 528 Hakurakuten-cho, Kyoto. 3-min walk from Shijo station or Karasuma station/15-min from Kyoto station by taxi or JR line.
Cancellation Policy

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

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938luciea
Apr 15, 2026
Ninja class wonderful exp - Very nice moment in the dojo. We learn a lot of things about ninja and have a lot of fun. And a bonus : a lot of nice pictures. Thanks a lot. My boys (10 and 13) enjoy a lot
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Ralph_h
Apr 15, 2026
Ninja Training - What a great time I had today, the ninja master took us through what ninja expectations were. So we dressed up as ninjas learned how to use some of the weapons the ninjas use and their escape tactics. The ninja master and staff were so great it made for a great experience by every one in the class. Highly recommend this for any one traveling solo and family’s great time will be had by all. Cheers Ralph Havard
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Erste_klasse_frau
Apr 14, 2026
Ninja family fun - Great family fun! We took our 11 and 13 year old sons and had a blast as well as learning a lot of ninja tactics. They even provided free photos. Great experience, well worth the money.
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Waddler
Apr 14, 2026
Great fun - The whole family had fun here with well instructed English class. You get the outfit, then taught some chants and exercises, then ninja walking techniques and then come trying out the weapons. Four different weapons, so a lot packed into the hour. We didn't do the false wall escape I'd seen online, maybe that is in the 2 hour package? I would recommend a visit with kids, and its more comprehensive than the offerings of the Ninja Cafes dotted around Japan.
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Demandinggent
Apr 12, 2026
My 15 year old loved it! - Great fun, definitely worth doing, especially with your teen kids. Basically, if by any chance you have to face a Ninja, make sure you run faster 😊
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Leigh
Apr 10, 2026
Awesome place great for family/friend trips - Great hour spent having fun. Lady teacher was fun and engaging. Get dressed up in ninja uniform, learn how to use weapons. Lots of laughs. Would definitely recommend
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Yann_985
Apr 8, 2026
Best Ninja experience in Kyoto! - What an amazing place! Definitely a highlight of my trip to Japan! 🥷 I cannot recommend this place enough. I had a one hour ninja experience. You get to dress up as a ninja, learn about the history and various tools/weapons ninja used. I then had had a go at ninja stealth walking, shurikens, blowing darts, katana and ninja sword. They take photos (free of charge) during the class. My Sensei Tomoe was extremely knowledgeable about ninja history and culture and she took the time to explain everything. Her English was really good. The experience didn't feel rushed at all (unlike some other places I had read reviews about), and they limit the classes to a low number of people. This is a real dojo where they also do ninjutsu training. They have a shop with some artefacts that you can buy, and some old authentic artefacts. It felt really immersive and authentic. I cannot recommend this place enough, I wish I had known about the two hour class! Thank you so much to the whole team for making this experience so memorable!
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Yannick_v
Apr 8, 2026
Amazing ninja experience - What an amazing place! Definitely a highlight of my trip to Japan. I cannot recommend this place enough. I had a one hour ninja experience. You get to dress up as a ninja, learn about the history and various tools/weapons ninja used. I then had had a go at ninja stealth walking, shurikens, blowing darts, katana and ninja sword. They take photos (free of charge) during the class. My Sensei was extremely knowledgeable about ninja history and culture and she took the time to explain everything. Her English was really good. The experience didn't feel rushed at all (unlike some other places I had read reviews about), and they limit the classes to a low number of people. This is a real dojo where they also do ninjustu training. They have a shop with some artefacts that you can buy, and some old authentic artefacts. It felt really immersive and authentic. I cannot recommend this place enough, I wish I had known about the two hour class! Thank you so much to the whole team for making this experience so memorable!
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M6107fujenniferm
Apr 7, 2026
Family had a wonderful experience - We had fun and learned a lot about being a ninja 🥷
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Trail213974
Apr 3, 2026
Fun experience for a family - It was fun to learn the history and explore all the weaponry of the ninjas. The host was fabulous with great explanations and wonderful with children. I would recommend this experience for a family of all ages.
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From $85
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).