SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM KYOTO

SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM KYOTO（サムライ忍者体験ミュージアム）

SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM KYOTO is a hands-on museum in central Kyoto, close to Nishiki Market. Besides looking at exhibits, visitors can try samurai and ninja experiences. You can wear armor costumes and a real helmet for photos, learn how to hold a sword, and practice throwing shuriken.

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Visitor information

Getting there

About 5 minutes on foot from Nishiki Market.

About 5 minutes on foot from Kawaramachi Station on the Hankyu Line.

Hours and fees can change. Please check the official website before you go.

Good to know

English support is available for overseas visitors.
You can take photos wearing armor costumes and a real helmet.

Tips for Muslim visitors

Most guests spend about an hour; the guided tour lasts 30 minutes and starts every 15 minutes.
Photography and video recording are allowed.
Museums are quiet, indoor places that are good for a break, but few have a prayer room. Staff may let you use a quiet corner if you ask politely.
Photography rules change by exhibition. Check the signs before taking pictures.
Plan your visit around prayer times. Below are today's prayer times for Kyoto and the verified places to pray nearby.
Food stalls and shops near popular sights usually do not have halal certification. Check the ingredients, or choose from the verified places on this site.