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Authentic Ninja Weapon Forging Experience in Kyoto

4.9 · 76 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 96% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Kyoto Operated by Atelier NIN Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h 30m
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
18:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Forge a shuriken or kunai in Kyoto by heating, hammering and shaping steel with craftspeople.

Tool and workwear rental, plus a box and bag to take your piece home, are included; moderate fitness is required and private transport is excluded. 4.87 from 76 reviews at €133 per person for 2h 30m.

In our comparison: #15 of 17 in Samurai, Ninja & Craft Experiences, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €133 per adult.

Included and not included

  • We rent out specialized tools such as files to sharpen steel and hammers.
  • Prepare a clean box and bag to take home.
  • We rent uniforms exclusively for craftsmen.
  • Private transportation

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 8 November 2026.

Reviews

4.9
76 ratings
Viator 48 · Tripadvisor 28

96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 73 of 76

Star breakdown of all 76 ratings

5 stars
71 · 93%
4 stars
2 · 3%
3 stars
2 · 3%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
1 · 1%

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
It is a 1-minute walk from Hieizanguchi Station. Please go up the hill where there is a red postbox in front of the station.
Departure
18:30 daily; scheduled through November 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Atelier NIN; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Samurai, Ninja & Craft Experiences

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This tour · #15 of 17€1332h 30m4.87 (76)shared
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Ranked #15 of 17 in Samurai, Ninja & Craft Experiences by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €139, median €104; typical length 2h. 4 of 17 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 17 Samurai, Ninja & Craft Experiences

From €133 per adult