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Authentic Samurai Armor-wearing Experience in Shiroishi Castle
Dress as a samurai inside an authentic reconstructed Japanese castle!
Operation Period
All year round (closed Wed/Thu); reservation required weekdays, available all day on weekends without reservation
Time Required
Up to 1.5 hour
Number of Participants
1〜4people
Price
Experience wearing authentically-made replica samurai armor inside Shiroishi Castle, located in the center of Shiroishi City, Miyagi Prefecture. The suits of armor are modeled after famous military commanders (Masamune Date,Kagetsuna Katakura, Yukimura Sanada) from Japan’s Warring States period and one doesn't get the chance to wear often in other places. "Ashigaru-san" (foot soldier) and Hime(Japanese princess) from the Shiroishi welcome squad (historical character actors) will help you dress. Additionally, you'll be putting on an undergarment (kosode), traditional trousers (hakama), and tabi socks as well. The tabi socks will be presented as a commemorative gift after the experience concludes.
You probably can only wear authentic armor inside a real castle at Shiroishi Castle. Why not experience this special opportunity that you can only have here?"
○ Schedule for the Day:
Gathering at Shiroishi Castle
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Experience Explanation, Kosode and Hakama Dressing
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Selection and Dressing of Armor
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Guidance on how to draw the sword, proper posture, and etiquette
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Photography Inside and Outside the Castle (participants may use their smartphones or cameras for photography).
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Take off the Armor
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departure
Throughout the year, experiences are available, with closures on every Wednesday and Thursday. The schedule is as follows: From April to October, operating hours are from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and from November to March, it is from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. There are no specific items to bring on the day, but we recommend avoiding skirts (as they may interfere with wearing the armor on the legs) and tank tops (to prevent direct contact between the skin and the armor). Please come dressed comfortably to facilitate movement. Please also indicate your clothing size and shoe size when making your reservation.
| Experience Program Name | Authentic Samurai Armor-wearing Experience in Shiroishi Castle |
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| Activity Location | Shiroishi Castle |
| Time Required | Up to 1.5 hour |
| Operation Period | All year round (closed Wed/Thu); reservation required weekdays, available all day on weekends without reservation |
| Start Time | All Year Start Time: 10:00 End Time: Apr~Oct 16:00 // Nov~Mar 15:00 |
| Minimum number of participants | 1people |
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| Maximum number of participants | 4people |
| Reservation Deadline | 1 days before by 0:00 |
| About suspension of the activity | In the case of cancellation by the operator, your money will be returned. |
| Important notes regarding participation | Please avoid skirts (because you won't be able to wear armor over your legs) and tank tops (to avoid contact between bare skin and armor) and wear comfortable clothes. Also, please note that you may not be able to fully experience the armor wearing experience depending on your body type. Please also indicate your clothing size and shoe size when making your reservation. |
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| What is included in the price | Experience fee, consumption tax. | ||
| What is not included in the price | Transportation fee. | ||
| Method of Payment | Please pay cash on the day (We do not accept credit card). | ||
| About cancellations and changes | If you wish to cancel or change your reservation, please contact us immediately. | ||
| Cancellation Policy | Same day, No-show: 100％ 3 days before: 50％ *The experience will be cancelled if you are more than 15 minutes late. |
| Meeting Spot | 1-16 Masuokacho, Shiroishi-shi, Miyagi-ken 989-0251 Shiroishi Castle 1F (inside the castle tower) |
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| Meeting Time | Arrive on time. The experience will be cancelled if you are more than 15 minutes late. |
| Access | ＜By Public Transportation＞ 15-minute walk from Shiroishi Station (Tohoku Honsen Line) 10-minute taxi ride from Shiroishi-Zao Station (Tohoku Shinkansen) ＜By Car＞ 10-minute drive from "Shiroishi IC" via the Tohoku Expressway |
| Parking | Yes Please use the parking lot at the base of the castle. Free parking, no reservation necessary. |
| Barrier-free Access | No |
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| About multi-lingual support | Japanese／English |
We have 3 suits of armor for adults that are modeled after Masamune Date,Kagetsuna Katakura, Yukimura Sanada and 2 bridal type kimono, so we are able to accommodate both individuals and groups. Please contact us in advance if you visit the castle as a group! *As a countermeasure against COVID-19, the staff member assisting in the dressing will wear a facial mask and disinfect their hands and fingers before and after the experience, plus the armor is also sterilized before and after use as well. Enjoy a safe and fun armor experience at Shiroishi Castle!