Tokyo Samurai Sword and Martial Arts Experience Shinjuku

2 hours

Japanese, English

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Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

・Classic Samurai Experience

Highlights: Learn the principles of Samurai Bushido and ancient martial arts through expert lectures.

Experience hands-on training in both unarmed combat (Taijutsu) and swordsmanship (Kenjutsu).

Get up close with authentic historical equipment, including real swords, armor, and matchlock guns.

Capture the moment with a commemorative photo session in traditional martial arts attire.

Duration: 90 minutes (includes preparation and changing time)

・Samurai Experience Advanced Course

Highlights: Deepen your skills with the Koshu-ryu beginner course in both Taijutsu and Kenjutsu. Participate in a traditional transmission ceremony to receive your official samurai name (Azana).

Receive a formal completion certificate for the Koshu-ryu beginner course. Includes all activities from the standard course, such as handling real weapons and a professional photo session.

Duration: 120 minutes (includes preparation and changing time)

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

This samurai experience is taught by the 16th generation descendant of Haniwara Kaga-no-kami Tsune'yasu, a samurai who served the warlord Oda Nobunaga, passing down a tradition with 500 years of history. Master Yukiji Haniwara, a modern-day practitioner who performs dedication ceremonies at Ise Grand Shrine, directly instructs traditional samurai martial arts, Koshu-ryu Jujutsu. You will learn unarmed combat techniques and sword fighting using a katana. You can also experience handling real katana, samurai armor, and matchlock guns. Furthermore, the advanced course includes a completion certificate for the Koshu-ryu beginner course and the creation of a unique 'azana' (samurai name) for each participant.