Samurai Training with Modern day Musashi in Kyoto | 2 hours

104 Reviews | Kyoto
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Samurai Training with Modern day Musashi in Kyoto
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Japanese, English
  • Bottled water
  • Katana and training gear

Overview

ā–¼The Most Authentic Samurai Training Activity in Kyoto, Japanā–¼ You will wear the proper training gear and hold real katana swords to train as the samurai did at a local dojo where 30+ students train regularly. Handling a katana correctly and cutting through objects will change your life. After participating in the training, if you wish to learn more, you can join our regular training or enroll in our online lessons. *Starting from November 2024, there may be occasions when interpreters/instructors other than Shogo will be responsible for the activities. However, rest assured that they are all professionals trained by Shogo. ā–¼The content of this experienceā–¼ 1. Getting dressed in the training gear 2. Learning how to draw, sheath, and swing the katana safely 3. Learning about the culture and history of katana and samurai 4. Cutting rolled tatami mats with a real katana 5. Watching the master's katana performance

Meeting points

452-4 Matsugaechō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8034, Japan

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ā–¶ļøŽNext to ā€œRed Rock Kyoto Rokkaku-Doriā€ ā–¶ļøŽThere are signs of our dojo in the front ā–¶ļøŽThe entrance is down a spiral staircase

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Why Choose Us ā–¶ļøŽAn instructor with 20+ years of training Many facilities have undertrained instructors who can only teach tourists. Your instructor here has over 50 students worldwide and over 20+ years of training experience. ā–¶ļøŽThe venue is a REAL DOJO We are NOT a tourist spot but a real dojo where 20+ students train regularly. ā–¶ļøŽEverything is interpreted in English perfectly

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • You must be 12 years or older to participate

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund
February 06No refund

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Genuine

Published on Dec, 2024

Needed for knowledge and experience to be good at swordsmanship in Kyoto. My thanks for teaching me and earned membership on my first attendance.

Memorable experience of authentic Samurai training.

Published on Dec, 2024

We cannot recommend this training highly enough. My 13 year old son and I attended the authentic samurai training with Yushin Sensei, supported by Osayo, and Shogo. (Special thank you to Shogo for the most wonderful, well timed and skilful interpreting of instructions and moves throughout.) Yushin Sensei was patient and encouraging throughout the learning practise, and also gave us an impressive demonstration of his skills perfected over many years. The experience inclusions are as stated. We will remember this training for many many years to come- a true highlight of our Japan trip. Thank you!

I loved the class. It is...

Published on Dec, 2024

I loved the class. It is conducted very professionally. The whole staff was very kind and attentive to our needs. If you want an introduction to Samurai history and to the basic movements of this discipline you should definitely go. I would rate this training a 10. thak you so much.

Super fun experience

Published on Dec, 2024

It was a lot of fun. The staff was incredibly friendly, fluent in English and were super careful to make sure we didn't hurt ourselves while handling the sword.

Only legit experience in town!

Published on Dec, 2024

I was a bit nervous handling a real katana but it was a blast. We had so much fun! Definitely recommend!

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