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Experience Japanese Culture
Ninja/Samurai
Wakayama
Become a ninja at Wakayama Castle and step into the magic of the past!

Ninja Costume Experience & Kansai WIDE Area Excursion Pass - Wakayama Prefecture

USD94.39(JPY13,500)

  • A confirmation email for your reservation will be sent to you within 48 hours.
    *If your reservation cannot be completed, WAmazing Play will process your refund.
  • Required Time:

    *Includes time for changing clothes

  • Reservation Time:
    09:30 / 10:30 / 11:30 / 12:30 / 13:30 / 14:30 / 15:30 / 16:00
  • Supported Languages:
    Japanese / Mandarin / English
Participants(Min.):
1 Person
Participants(Max.):
20 People
Min. Participants Required For Activity:
1 Person
Payment Method:
Credit Card (VISA/MASTER/AMERICAN EXPRESS/JCB)
Fee:
Adult (Aged 12 years and above) USD 94.39
Age (Min.):
12 years old
Parent/ Guardian Required:
Under 12 years old
Cancellation:
No
Booking deadline:
7 days prior by 16:00

Activity

Change into a ninja costume and travel back in time!

Enjoy the atmosphere of the Edo period (1603-1868)!

Walk through an authentic castle and climb to the top of the tower!

Immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of Wakayama Castle and create lasting memories!

The Kansai WIDE Area Excursion Pass is a limited-time rail pass issued by JR West.

Anyone with a non-Japanese passport is eligible. Enjoy unlimited train rides for three days within the valid area and explore Western Japan, including Okayama, Takamatsu, Kinosaki Onsen, Amanohashidate, Tottori, Kishi, Shirahama, Kii-Katsuura, and more.


Schedule

  • Once your request is confirmed, we will send a confirmation email (including a QR code and a download link for your e-ticket) to your registered email address

    • Kansai WIDE Area Excursion Pass: At each counter (see notes section), scan the QR code on your e-ticket and your non-Japanese passport to receive your ticket.
    • Ninja Experience: Visit Wakayama Castle (Wakayama Historical Museum) and show the reservation page on My Page.

  • Change clothes

    Change into your ninja costume

  • Go for a walk

    Feel free to take photos in your costume and explore Wakayama Castle!

  • End of the experience

    Once you've changed back into your clothes, the activity will conclude. Thank you for participating!


Included in the Fee

Costume fee, dressing fee
Kansai WIDE Area Excursion Pass

Not included in the Fee

Admission ticket to Wakayama Castle Tower

Meeting Place

Wakayama Castle (Wakayama Historical Museum)

3 Ichiban-cho, Wakayama-shi, Wakayama Prefecture

Directions

Nearest StationWakayamashi Station (Nankai Electric Railway), Wakayama Station (JR)

Directions to Nearest StationFrom Wakayamashi Station (Nankai Electric Railway): 10-minute walk, 5-minute bus ride (1-minute walk from Shiyakusho-mae bus stop), or 5-minute bicycle ride / From Wakayama Station (JR): 10-minute bus ride (1-minute walk from Shiyakusho-mae bus stop), or 10-minute bicycle ride

Destination by TaxiWakayama Castle (Wakayama Historical Museum) 


Cancellation Policy

No cancellation/changes can be made

Notes

Important notes:
• Please enter your height at the time of application.
• In case of rain or inclement weather, admission will be limited to viewing inside the Wakayama Historical Museum.
• The experience fee does not include parking.

Cancellation policy:
• If the event is canceled due to inclement weather or natural disasters on the day of the activity, the operator will inform your emergency contact. Be sure to check your e-mail and incoming calls on the day of the activity.

Language support:
• Communication using body language.
• Translation devices or apps.
• Staff communicates in Japanese but is experienced in assisting international visitors.

Parking:
• Available (for a fee)

Kansai WIDE Area Excursion Pass explained:
• Kansai WIDE Area Excursion Pass is a limited-time rail pass issued by JR West for non-Japanese passport holders. Enjoy unlimited train rides for three days within the valid area, and see the sights of Western Japan, including Okayama, Takamatsu, Kinosaki Onsen, Amanohashidate, Tottori, Kishi, Shirahama, Kii-Katsuura, and more.

Price:
• Adult (12 years old and above)

Tickets for children are not available on this website.
An adult or a child-ticket holder may bring up to two children (ages 1-5) free of charge.
Children under 1 year old can travel for free.

Validity period:
• 3 days

Notes:
• The pass is for individual use only.
• Please carry your passport with you when you use the pass for confirmation by JR staff.
• The pass will not be re-issued if it is lost or stolen.
• Rail pass usage rules are stipulated by JR West Conditions of Carriage and Japanese Law.
• The rules for the use of the pass can be found in the rules and agreements of the issuing company.
• If the content of the foreign language rules and agreements differ from the Japanese rules and agreements, the Japanese version shall take precedence.

Eligibility:
• Non-Japanese passport holders.

Exchange Counters:
• Kyoto Station JR Ticket Office
JR Kyoto Station
Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

• Travel Service Center Shin-Osaka
JR Shin-Osaka Station (3F concourse)
Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM *Exchange Hours:9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

• TiS Osaka Branch
JR Osaka Station (In front of the central ticket gate)
Opening Hours: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

• TiS Tennoji Branch
JR Tennoji Station (In front of the ticket gate)
Opening Hours: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

• TiS Okayama Branch
JR Okayama Station (Sun Station Terrace Okayama 1F)
Opening Hours: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM *Temporary Closure: Tuesdays & Thursdays

• TiS Sannomiya Branch
JR Sannomiya Station
Opening Hours: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Click here for more details: Kansai Wide Area Excursion Pass

Organizer

Wakayama City Tourist Association (General Incorporated Association)

23 Shichiban-cho, Wakayama-shi, Wakayama Prefecture

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Adult (USD 94.39)
Aged 12 years and above
USD0.00(JPY0)
Unavailable:The experience will take place if Monday is a public holiday
Optional Extras
Rental bicycle (city bike) for 1 day(+ USD 4.20)
● Rental Location: JR Wakayama Station West Exit Tourist Information Center ● Rental Hours: Year-round (excluding Dec. 29 to Jan. 3) Mondays to Saturdays: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sundays & Public Holidays: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM *Please present an ID for verification when using the service (driver's license, health insurance card, passport, etc.).
Rental bicycle (electric assist bike) for 1 day(+ USD 8.39)
● Rental Location: JR Wakayama Station West Exit Tourist Information Center ● Rental Hours: Year-round (excluding Dec. 29 to Jan. 3) Mondays to Saturdays: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sundays & Public Holidays: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM *Please present an ID for verification when using the service (driver's license, health insurance card, passport, etc.).