This easy samurai armor experience takes place at Shiroishi Castle, one of only five wooden reconstructed castles in Japan. You’ll have the chance to wear armor modeled after the famous samurai Katakura Kojūrō and Sanada Yukimura, with options for adults and children so the whole family can join in! Why not immerse yourself in the weight of history and the thrill of the Sengoku era, experiencing the extraordinary life of a samurai warrior firsthand?
・A Unique Samurai Armor Experience Inside a Castle ・An easy, no-preparation-needed experience ・Fun for everyone—adults, children, and people of all ages
A Unique Samurai Armor Experience at Shiroishi Castle, One of Japan’s Few Wooden Restored Castles
Enjoy an easy and immersive samurai armor experience inside Shiroishi Castle, one of only five wooden-reconstructed castles in the country. You’ll have the chance to wear armor modeled after Katakura Kojūrō and Sanada Yukimura, put on right over your clothing for a quick and simple experience. This exclusive activity, which uses both the interior and exterior of the castle, is only available here at Shiroishi Castle. English support is available, and for those interested, we also offer an optional short video recording for social media sharing.
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For the best experience, we recommend avoiding patterned clothing and wearing white, navy, or black inner layers. (Please avoid skirts, tank tops, and shorts, and choose comfortable pants for ease of movement.)