Samurai Armor Photo Studio: Become a Samurai, Get a License and a Family Coat of Arms T-shirt

Experience the thrill of becoming a samurai at the Samurai Armor Photo Studio. Get a samurai license and a family coat of arms T-shirt while wearing authentic armor and posing for stunning photographs.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Samurai Armor Photo Studio - With this course, you will wear the armor of your choice and feel the Samurai spirit. Also with Katana and “Yari” (spear), you will pose for the photos of your everlasting memories ! You will be a real Samurai just being there in the studio.
What's Included
  • Professional photographer
  • Samurai kacchu armor and helmet rental
  • SD card with your photos stored in digital format
  • Samurai license and Photo frame
Additional Information

Let’s get a samurai certificate and a T-shirt displaying a family crest!
You get to suit up in armor and embody a samurai for an hour.
As you transform into a samurai, we capture the moment with photographs.
Your samurai certificate will feature your photograph and the family crest of the Samurai Armor Photo Studio.
Finally, you will receive your…

Location
Samurai Armor Photo Studio
Samurai Armor Photo Studio, King Building, 5-6 Maruyama-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Brenda_p
May 13, 2025
If you love Samurai’s this is a experience you must do in Tokyo - This was a great experience which I highly recommend!!! My son and brother wanted to do this experience and they were not disappointed it exceeded all our expectations and more. The photos came out gorgeous!!!
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Garykh3438np
May 5, 2025
Must do samurai photo experience in Tokyo. - This was an absolutely fantastic experience! Takemura was fabulous! He made the experience incredible. He was energetic, informative and included all the members of our family. We didn’t get the photographer’s name, but he took amazing photos. I would definitely recommend this as a must do in Tokyo. Check their instagram at samurai _bamboo.
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Yoramb2025
May 5, 2025
Samurai experience photoshoot - It was an incredibly fun experience. The manager Takemura-san was really helpfull and fun. The photoshoot was really professional and during the shoot Takemura-san was willing to answer questions about the armor itself and able to tell some interesting information about the armor and the props that were in the studio.
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Kedars641
Apr 23, 2025
Having real sword and armour...will gives you vibes of japanese wareror.大和魂。 - The instructors were incredibly kind, patient, and passionate about what they do. Their ability to communicate in English made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. The samurai history briefing was absolutely captivating — you could truly feel the spirit of the samurai come alive through their storytelling. This experience goes beyond just a simple activity — it’s a cultural journey that leaves a deep impression. If you want to make your trip to Japan truly unforgettable, this is something you must try. It’s inspiring, educational, and simply amazing!
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Loganhg9914rp
Apr 16, 2025
Amazing Experience with great atmosphere - Absolutely amazing experience, Takemura-San was incredibly friendly and helpful giving us his generations of family knowledge of samurai. The armors were absolutely beautiful and all the photos were amazing thanks to his incredible attention to detail in orchestrating the poses. My only regret is I only booked it one time!
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Dkazue
Apr 15, 2025
The best experience in Tokyo - Highly recommended for those who are fascinated by samurai. Dressing up a samurai armor is an incredible experience! Mr. Takemura (if I didn’t get wrong with the name) is extremely friendly and made everything even more fun. The photos were great and I got them all in an SD card. Don't go to Shibuya without this experience included in the route. All wonderful!!
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Whitneysn3958nf
Apr 15, 2025
Fun experience with a side of history! - I will say that I was at first skeptical about booking, because I figured it might be a bit too touristy…. However my fiancé and I had so much fun! I was pleasantly surprised that we were also told about some historical facts about the armor sets and the samurai who wore them. Everyone was very kind at the shop and Takemura-San is very enthusiastic. They also give you every photo that was taken which I appreciated. Did I need to wear samurai armor while in Tokyo, probably not… but I’m so glad I did! Don’t pass this one up!
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Gabyt616
Mar 27, 2025
Must do in Japan - Amazing experience and probably the coolest thing I’ve ever done! It was so much fun and Takemura is the best hype man around ! Loved it every minute
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Akfromak
Mar 23, 2025
Exceptional. Highly recommend! - Friendly staff, easy booking, memorable photos ! Photo studio is located on 7th floor. Expect to be there about 90 minutes
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Arnaud
Mar 15, 2025
Best Experience in Shibuya - Total immersion in the world of samurai! This photo studio offers an extraordinary experience. From the warm welcome of Takemura-san, you feel transported to feudal Japan. The team is of remarkable kindness and professionalism. Takemura-san and the photographer are real enthusiasts, who have guided me with creativity and put me at ease to immortalize my "alter ego" as a warrior. The armor is simply stunning, faithful replicas, striking realism and remarkable quality. You can feel the weight and authenticity of these pieces of art. The price may seem high, but it is largely justified by the quality of the costumes, the service and the photos, real works of art. The quality of the performance and the memorable memory are well worth it. It is an extraordinary experience, a true time travel that I recommend to all those who dream of slipping into the shoes of a samurai. I came out of this experience with stars full of eyes and a lasting memory.
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From $240
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).