Who are the Ninjas? Can you meet a ninja if you come to Japan?

Ninjas still exist in Japan.
However, they do not show their faces in public.
I have done some research on the ninja.

Ninja in Japan

“Ninja” is a term that can have various meanings depending on the context.

In the context of Japanese history, a ninja (忍者) was a covert agent or mercenary who specialized in espionage, sabotage, assassination, and guerrilla warfare. They were skilled in various martial arts and stealth techniques and often associated with the samurai class.

In popular culture, particularly in the gaming and streaming communities, a “ninja” can refer to a skilled player or content creator specializing in a particular game or genre. One famous example of this is Tyler Blevins, known as “Ninja,” who gained massive popularity for his streams and gameplay of the game Fortnite.

Overall, the term “ninja” is often associated with stealth, skill, and expertise, whether in the context of Japanese history or modern gaming culture.

Now do Nijas exist?

The historical existence of ninjas, also known as shinobi, is well documented in Japan. They were active during the feudal era of Japan (1185-1868) and were employed by various feudal lords or daimyos for covert operations such as espionage, sabotage, and assassination. The ninjas were skilled in multiple forms of martial arts, camouflage, and stealth techniques, and they used various specialized tools and weapons.

While the historical existence of ninjas is not in question, their portrayal in popular culture and media may exaggerate or fictionalize certain aspects of their abilities and activities. The image of the ninja as a black-clad warrior capable of extraordinary feats of acrobatics and combat may not be entirely accurate, and it is important to distinguish between the historical facts and the mythological or fictionalized elements of the ninja legend.

Today, while the traditional role of the ninja may no longer exist, there are practitioners of the martial arts and stealth techniques associated with the ninja, and these skills are still taught and practiced in various forms.

How to meet Ninjas

You can experience Ninjutsu by visiting VR Ninja Dojo in Kanda, Tokyo, and NINJA VR KYOTO in Higashiyama, Kyoto.

You can also visit Myoryuji Temple, also known as Ninjadera (Ninja Temple) in Kanazawa.

These places offer a unique experience of learning about and experiencing ninja culture.

I hope this helps!