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Nagano Zenkoji Temple and Samurai Experience
Nagano, Nagano Prefecture, Japan
$82.80
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Zenkoji Temple, a 1,400-year-old site in Nagano City, offers a glimpse into Japan's spiritual heritage. This unique experience includes a transformative Samurai apprenticeship guided by a Master Samurai instructor.
- 🕌 Guided tour of the revered Zenkoji Temple, one of Japan's oldest Buddhist sites, where you can soak in its peaceful atmosphere.
- 🗡️ Engage in a Samurai experience, learning katana techniques and postures in a traditional setting that feels like stepping into a Samurai film.
- 👘 Dress in authentic Samurai-style outfits including a yukata and hakama, enhancing your immersion in this cultural experience.
- 📸 Capture unforgettable moments with photos and videos during your Samurai training, creating lasting memories.
- 🚶♂️ The approach to Zenkoji Temple is lined with traditional inns, quaint shops, and cozy cafés, inviting you to linger in the local atmosphere.
- 🗺️ Pickup included for your convenience, ensuring a stress-free journey to the temple and training venue.
- 👨🏫 An English-speaking guide will accompany you throughout the tour, providing insights into the history and significance of the temple.
- 🧾 All necessary insurance is included, covering travel and private insurance for peace of mind during your experience.
- 🍱 Meals, snacks, and souvenirs are available at your own expense, allowing you to indulge in local flavors and keepsakes.
- 🚉 Public transportation options are conveniently located nearby, making it easy to reach the venue.
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Nagano Zenkoji Temple and Samurai Experience
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours
- English Speaking Guide
- Guided tour of Zenkoji Temple
- Samurai outfits and swords rental during the activity
- Entry/Admission – Samurai Experience Activity
- Insurance (Travel Insurance, Private Insurance, etc...)
- Miscellaneous fees during the activity (meals, snacks, souvenirs etc.)
Meeting point
Your guide will be waiting near the small Olympic cauldron in Nagano Central Square.
Return details
Your guide will be waiting near the small Olympic cauldron in Nagano Central Square.
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Zenkoji Temple is one of Japan’s oldest and most revered Buddhist temples. For over 1,400 years, people from across the country have come here to pray, reflect, or simply soak in its peaceful atmosphere. Zenkoji Temple also houses one of the oldest Buddhist statues in Japan, believed to have arrived from India centuries ago. The approach to Zenkoji is part of the experience. Lined with traditional inns, quaint shops, and cozy cafés, it invites visitors to linger and take part in the local atmosphere.
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Niomon Gate, Zenkoji TempleLocated 5 min walk from the Niomon Gate lies a Japanese traditional style room where you’ll step into the past. Here, a Master Samurai instructor will teach you the foundations of katana handling and posture—emphasizing grace, discipline, and fun! Dressed in your own Samurai-style outfit, including yukata (light kimono), hakama pants and sword, you’ll strike poses, learn attack and defense stances. All levels are welcome, and the experience is built around enjoyment and self-expression.
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Nagano Zenkoji Temple and Samurai Experience
Nagano, Nagano Prefecture, Japan
$82.80
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!