Craft Your Own Ninja Weapon with Shōgun Mask Workshop in Kyoto

5.0 (22 reviews) Kyoto, Japan
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Duration2h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesJapanese, English
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

Step into the world of ninja craftsmanship in Kyoto and forge your own authentic ninja weapon using traditional Japanese tin casting techniques. In this immersive workshop, you will melt, cast, cool, and finish real metal under the guidance of experienced craftsmen. It offers a rare chance to work hands-on with time-honored methods used in Japanese metalwork.

This Experience is designed to be approachable for beginners and families alike, allowing participants to enjoy the magic of crafting without any prior skills.

Children age 5 and above are welcome to participate. The experienced staff provide full step-by-step support through the entire process, ensuring that both kids and adults can comfortably enjoy the activity, and safely experience the excitement of the melting and molding process.

Whether you are visiting with family, friends,or as a couple, this activity offers a memorable way to create something meaningful with your own hands.

Options

Kyoto: Craft Your Own Ninja Weapon/ Shōgun Mask Workshop
Premium: Shōgun Mask-Wearable

Shōgun Mask(2.5 hrs): Premium plan to create an original Shogun mask inspired by Japanese folklore. Craft a metal mask decorated by gold leaf.

Upgrade: Tactical Ninja Kunai

Ninja Kunai Larger Size(2 hrs): Upgraded plan for people who want to create a ninja weapon with larger size & intricate shape.

What's included

  • Locker
  • Alcoholic Beverages

What to expect

Experience Flow

Upgrade your experience by crafting an oni-inspired metal mask finished with gold leaf — a bold, wearable work of art found nowhere else in Kyoto.

1. Choose Your Item
•Standard Plan: Shuriken (throwing star)
•Upgraded Plan: Kunai (ninja knife)
•Premium Plan: Oni metal mask
2. Make the mold using special casting sand
3. Melt and pour the tin into the mold
4. Cool in water to solidify the metal
5. Shape and polish using files and grinders
6. Apply rust protection and finishing oil

⏱ Duration
• Shuriken / Kunai: Approx. 2 hours
• Oni Mask: Approx. 2.5 hours

Perfect For
• Travelers seeking a unique Kyoto experience
• Ninja and Japanese culture fans

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

3 minutes walk from the nearest Demachiyanagi Station.It is a three-floors building with a signboard bearing the Shuriken logo.

End point

3 minutes walk from the nearest Demachiyanagi Station.It is a three-floors building with a signboard bearing the Shuriken logo.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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