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Craft Your Own Ninja Weapon with Shōgun Mask Workshop in Kyoto
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Duration: 120 min
About this experience
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.
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- Live guideJapanese
- Live guideEnglish
Kyoto: Craft Your Own Ninja Weapon/ Shōgun Mask Workshop — Expand option details
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- Live guideJapanese
- Live guideEnglish
Upgrade: Tactical Ninja Kunai — Expand option details
Ninja Kunai Larger Size(2 hrs): Upgraded plan for people who want to create a ninja weapon with larger size & intricate shape.
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- Live guideJapanese
- Live guideEnglish
Premium: Shōgun Mask-Wearable — Expand option details
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.
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- Live guideJapanese
- Live guideEnglish
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Duration: 120 min
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
What's included
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- Locker
What's not included
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- Alcoholic Beverages
Additional information
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- 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
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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