
Samurai, Ninja Museum Asakusa and Tokyo Admission Ticket
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Samurai, Ninja Museum Asakusa and Tokyo Admission Ticket worth booking?
Samurai, Ninja Museum Asakusa and Tokyo Admission Ticket is a 1-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $18 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $18 per person
SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM TOKYO With Experience is a unique, experience-based museum that lets you get up close and personal with history. The basic museum ticket lets you take a samurai history in English and also experience being a samurai and a ninja for a day with fun-filled activities! The tours and activities are hosted by our friendly museum guides in English and Japanese As the best Samurai Museum in Tokyo, we make sure that our activities and displays have a little something for everyone, from kids to adults and Japanese history enthusiasts. All of the activities are held at The Tokyo Samurai Museum with Experience under the supervision of our watchful staff to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone
What you get
About this experience
SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM TOKYO With Experience is a unique, experience-based museum that lets you get up close and personal with history. The basic museum ticket lets you take a samurai history in English and also experience being a samurai and a ninja for a day with fun-filled activities! The tours and activities are hosted by our friendly museum guides in English and Japanese As the best Samurai Museum in Tokyo, we make sure that our activities and displays have a little something for everyone, from kids to adults and Japanese history enthusiasts. All of the activities are held at The Tokyo Samurai Museum with Experience under the supervision of our watchful staff to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
1 mentionReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Small groups
1 mentionThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Samurai, Ninja Museum Asakusa and Tokyo Admission Ticket. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Samurai and Ninja history
We walked in off the street and were able to book on the next tour. Our guide was outstanding. She explained the museum exhibits in great detail. We leant a lot and her knowledge brought the history of Japan to life, from the first samurai to the last. She posed questions to our group, encouraging interaction, answered our questions and gave us fascinating cultural insights. We loved this tour, which ended with a chance to throw Ninja stars in competition with each other. A fun way to spend an hour in Tokyo.
via Tripadvisor
Incredible experience to look like a samurai
Experience was so much fun as we dressed in samurai outfits and posed for amazing photographs The tour guide and the education that we received on emperors, samurais and ninjas was amazing
via Viator
A Great mix of history and play...
I really enjoyed my visit to the museum, with so many displays of Japanese Samurai armour on display you can get the history of how it developed on a different path to European Armour. The tour is in English and gives a full account of how Japanese society was influenced by the Samurai and later where and how the Ninja fit in. You are allowed to handle some of the weapons feeling the different weight of the swords and just how they were used. Nearing the end of your tour you are give an opportunity to throw the Ninja Shuriken (throwing stars) although the ones we throw are plastic, we were reminded they could still do a lot of damage, we were also allowed to dress up in Samurai and Ninja costumes for photograph. The tour a good mix of History and play highly recommended particularly if you are visiting Tokyo with a young family mixing the history with the play..
via Tripadvisor
It's a premium place
I was worried this might be a total tourist trap but it was actually a highlight of our afternoon. The venue feels very authentic and private since they limit the number of people inside. The instructors were safe, professional, and very energetic.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Samurai, Ninja Museum Asakusa and Tokyo Admission Ticket: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Samurai, Ninja Museum Asakusa and Tokyo Admission Ticket cost?
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Prices start at $18 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 Samurai, Ninja Museum Asakusa and Tokyo Admission Ticket take?
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Plan for about 1 hour 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 Samurai, Ninja Museum Asakusa and Tokyo Admission Ticket worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable family friendly in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Samurai, Ninja Museum Asakusa and Tokyo Admission Ticket?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Samurai, Ninja Museum Asakusa and Tokyo Admission Ticket suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Samurai, Ninja Museum Asakusa and Tokyo Admission Ticket?
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Around 1 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 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Samurai, Ninja Museum Asakusa and Tokyo Admission Ticket 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 Best of Shinjuku: Izakaya Food Tour (3-4 Stops, 14+ Tastings), Matcha Making Class in Tokyo with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set, Tokyo: Asakusa Senso-ji Temple & Old Town Walking Tour. 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.
What happens to Samurai, Ninja Museum Asakusa and Tokyo Admission Ticket if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Tokyo. Standard cancellation terms apply.
What do travelers say about Samurai, Ninja Museum Asakusa and Tokyo Admission Ticket?
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Across 4 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, good for families. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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