
Ninja & The 47 Ronin: A Real Samurai Experience
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Ninja & The 47 Ronin: A Real Samurai Experience is a 2-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $110 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- 60 / 100
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- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $110 per person
Step into the world of Samurai in Tokyo. Discover samurai culture and the true story of Japan's legendary 47 Ronin. Your journey begins at Sengakuji Temple. Offer incense at the graves of all 47 Ronin. Experience simp
What you get
- Hands-on Japanese Kanji Writing Experience at Sengakuji Temple
- Receive a Goshuin (temple seal) at Sengakuji Temple
- Photo assistance during the tour
About this experience
Step into the world of Samurai in Tokyo. Discover samurai culture and the true story of Japan's legendary 47 Ronin. Your journey begins at Sengakuji Temple. Offer incense at the graves of all 47 Ronin. Experience simple Sutra Copying by tracing Japanese characters with a brush pen as a symbol of your visit. Receive a Goshuin (temple seal). Finally, your guide will ask you, "If you had been one of the 47 Ronin, what would you have done?" Then travel by subway to Tokyo Tower. Visit the Ninja House. Handle authentic Japanese swords and ninja throwing stars (shuriken). Take photos while holding a Japanese sword. If you would like to take a photo with a ninja, please let us know in advance. A reservation is required (free of charge). The tour ends in Tokyo Tower's shopping and dining area. After that, you're free to enjoy the view or explore the tower's Japanese-style shops and attractions at your own pace.
What's included
Included
- Hands-on Japanese Kanji Writing Experience at Sengakuji Temple
- Receive a Goshuin (temple seal) at Sengakuji Temple
- Photo assistance during the tour
Not included
- Snacks
- Fee to visit the graves of the 47 Ronin
- Subway fare from Sengakuji Station to Daimon Station
- Train fare from Shibuya Station to Sengakuji Station
What you'll see and do
Sengaku-ji Temple
Together with your guide, you will visit Sengakuji Temple, the final resting place of the 47 Ronin. After learning the story of loyalty, honor, and sacrifice that made them legendary throughout Japan, you will offer incense at their graves. You will also take part in a simple sutra-copying experience (using a brush pen to carefully trace Japanese characters while reflecting on your personal wish or prayer), dedicate your completed work to the temple, and receive a Goshuin (traditional temple stamp) as a meaningful reminder of your visit. Before the tour concludes, your guide will ask for your personal thoughts: “What would you have done?”
50 minutes here · Admission included
Tokyo Tower
ou will travel by subway to Tokyo Tower. Your first stop is the Ninja House, where you can take photos with a ninja and even handle real Japanese swords and ninja throwing stars (shuriken). Afterward, enjoy free time to explore Tokyo Tower at your own pace. The guided tour ends here, and you are welcome to continue exploring on your own.
40 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tokyo
Meet your guide at SHIBU HACHI BOX, next to the Hachiko statue outside Shibuya Station. Your guide will be holding a name board.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
After visiting the Ninja House, your guide will show you the shopping and dining area inside Tokyo Tower. The guided tour ends there, and you are free to explore Tokyo Tower on your own.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- 明治神宮 古代祈祷ツアー Meiji shrine ancient prayers tour
Know before you go
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $110 to $129
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 60
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Ninja & The 47 Ronin: A Real Samurai Experience: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Ninja & The 47 Ronin: A Real Samurai Experience cost?
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Prices start at $110 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Ninja & The 47 Ronin: A Real Samurai Experience take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tokyo is not rushed.
Is Ninja & The 47 Ronin: A Real Samurai Experience worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Ninja & The 47 Ronin: A Real Samurai Experience?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Ninja & The 47 Ronin: A Real Samurai Experience suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Ninja & The 47 Ronin: A Real Samurai Experience?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tokyo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Ninja & The 47 Ronin: A Real Samurai Experience start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tokyo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tokyo?
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Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class, Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class, Shinjuku Night Food and Bar Crawl. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
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Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tokyo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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