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  • 2025.09.14

    Experience Samurai in Kyoto’s Arashiyama: Authentic Armor Rental Service Launches October 2, 2025

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    A brand-new hands-on experience is coming to Kyoto. Beginning Thursday, October 2, 2025, the “Samurai Armor Rental” service will be available in the Arashiyama area of Kyoto. With the authentic look and presence of real armor, yet redesigned to be lightweight and easy to move in, this service allows visitors to enjoy a unique “moment as a samurai” that ordinary sightseeing cannot offer.

    Professional staff will carefully assist you in wearing the armor, after which you can step out into the scenic landscapes of Arashiyama fully dressed as a samurai. Each rental session lasts 90 minutes, giving you the freedom to stroll through iconic spots such as Togetsukyo Bridge and the Bamboo Grove while capturing memorable photos. Please note that entering shops or using public transportation while in armor is not permitted—this service is strictly for outdoor use. This ensures a safe, immersive, and unforgettable experience where you become one with the surrounding scenery.

    The highlight of the service is the early morning rental starting from 6:00 AM. In the quiet calm of dawn, you can stand on Togetsukyo Bridge in full samurai attire, welcoming the rising sun—a once-in-a-lifetime experience unique to this service. Bathed in the gentle morning light, the glimmer of armor makes for breathtaking photographs and an unforgettable travel memory.

    Arashiyama, with its harmony of seasonal beauty and cultural heritage, is one of Kyoto’s most beloved sightseeing areas. Walking through these landscapes as a samurai is more than just sightseeing—it is an immersive journey, a chance to “become part of history” yourself. This service offers new enjoyment not only for international visitors but also for local residents.

    Come and experience the silence of the bamboo grove, the grandeur of Togetsukyo Bridge, and the spirit of the samurai—all while wearing authentic armor.

    Service Details

    • Launch Date: October 2, 2025 (Thursday)  22nd September, 2025 *It’s getting cooler so we’ll start earlier

    • Location: Kyoto, Arashiyama (Togetsukyo Bridge, Bamboo Grove, etc.)

    • Rental Duration: 90 minutes

    • Rental Start Time: From 6:00 AM

    • Features: Based on real armor, specially lightened for mobility; outdoor use only

    • Price: ¥8,000 per set (*Opening Sale until December 31)

    For more details, please visit the official service page.

  • 2025.08.20

    NEW PLAN

     

    ロケーション撮影プラン

    A new Location Photo Plan is now available!

    • Samurai armor photo shoot at Arashiyama sightseeing spots

    • Locations: Togetsukyo Bridge – Bamboo Forest – Tea House

    • Photos: 20 shots per group

    • Includes matcha and Japanese sweets at the tea house

    • Experience time: 120 minutes

    • Transportation: walking and by car

    • Available year-round: 08:30–10:30 / 10:30–12:30 / 12:30–14:30 / 14:30–16:30

      *On days when the tea house is closed, and for the 08:30–10:30 session, the tea house is unavailable. In this case, the plan changes to: 1. Togetsukyo Bridge, 2. Bamboo Forest, 3. Studio shoot.

    Price (tax included)
    1 person: ¥30,000 / 2 persons: ¥45,000 / 3 persons: ¥60,000 / 4 persons: ¥75,000 / 5 persons: ¥85,000 / 6 persons: ¥95,000

  • 2025.07.26

    We have published a press release on PR TIMES!

    We have published a press release on PR TIMES!
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  • 2025.07.16

    SHOGUN STUDIO JAPAN plans to open its first store in Saga Arashiyama, Kyoto on 5 Aug., 2025.

    Sengoku Period with a Futuristic Twist: A New Experiential Movie Studio

    On 5 Aug., 2025, a brand-new entertainment and tourist facility, “SHOGUN STUDIO JAPAN,” will open in Arashiyama, Kyoto! Choose from dozens of armor sets, from historical Sengoku warlords to exclusive SHOGUN STUDIO JAPAN designs, and transform into your favorite samurai or warlord. Professional videographers will capture your starring role in Samurai Movies and Samurai Photos.

    Sengoku Projection Mapping ™︎

    Japan’s first, born in Kyoto! Projection mapping brings the Sengoku era to life, immersing you in a breathtaking, lifelike adventure. Located just a 2-minute walk from JR Saga-Arashiyama Station. Be sure to stop by during your Kyoto and Arashiyama trip!

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