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Samurai Training with Modern day Musashi in Kyoto

Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$133.13
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

▼The Most Authentic Samurai Training Activity in Kyoto, Japan▼
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.

▼The content of this experience▼
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
Samurai Training with Modern day Musashi in Kyoto
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

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

When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
  • Katana and training gear
  • Bottled water

Meeting point
▶︎Next to “Red Rock Kyoto Rokkaku-Dori” ▶︎There are signs of our dojo in the front ▶︎The entrance is down a spiral staircase
Return details
▶︎Next to “Red Rock Kyoto Rokkaku-Dori” ▶︎There are signs of our dojo in the front ▶︎The entrance is down a spiral staircase

Why Choose Us
▶︎An 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.
▶︎The venue is a REAL DOJO
We are NOT a tourist spot but a real dojo where 20+ students train regularly.
▶︎Everything is interpreted in English perfectly

  • 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
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • 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!

    Samurai Training with Modern day Musashi in Kyoto

    Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
    $133.13
    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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