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Samurai Performance and Casual Experience: Kyoto Ticket

Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$35.98
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Kenbu (sword performance), one of many Japanese traditional arts, demonstrates the culture of the samurai, a warrior class that ruled Japan for 700 years. Kenbu masters who work to keep the spirit of samurai culture alive perform this. stage show about 30-min at Samurai Kenbu Theater. Satisfy your intellectual curiosity with in-depth talks, and enjoy both traditional and new-style Kenbu performances based on historical tales from the feudal period. This includes a simple lesson on Japanese 'katana' swords.
Show & mini lesson(4:15pm)
Show and Lesson(4:15pm): Show and mini lesson ;Tuesday, Saturday - 4:15pm (Doors open at 4:00pm)
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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  • After the show, let's enjoy the mini experience with a sword and take phot.
  • Watch a Kenbu show in the first.
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Samurai Kenbu Theater
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Samurai Kenbu Theater

  • Samurai Kenbu Theater
    Make your way to Samurai Kenbu Theater, conveniently located in downtown Kyoto. After removing your shoes and taking your seat, you’re introduced to the Japanese traditional art of Kembu through informative narration on stage. Before each demonstration, you’ll learn about the culture of the samurai, a warrior class that ruled Japan from the 12th to 19th century. In feudal times, samurai were said to perform Kembu to give themselves courage or to achieve mental concentration. During traditional and new-style Kenbu short performances, watch trained masters wield swords and recite short Japanese poems written by samurai before going to battle. Discover the art of folding a fan as a show of respect in Japanese culture. You can also take a simple Japanese sword experience.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Approximately 40 minutes of the hour will be the show part, followed by the mini experience part.
  • Please come down the stairs on the right side of the toward the GOZAN building to the reception desk.
  • Please arrive 15 minutes to 5 minutes prior to the start time.
  • If you wish to cancel a reservation, you must do so yourself on Viator.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Samurai Performance and Casual Experience: Kyoto Ticket

    Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
    $35.98
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10 000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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    • 2-5 business days
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