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Discover the Spirit of the Greatest Samurai, Miyamoto Musashi

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Overview

Available languages

Japanese
English

1 hour 40 minutes

Mobile ticket

・Experience the essence of Bushido, the Way of the Samurai, wearing traditional keikogi training attire, under the direct guidance of Master Matsunaga, the 18th headmaster of Musashi’s “Niten Ichi-ryu.”

・Enjoy matcha green tea and Japanese sweets while learning about the spiritual philosophy of Iaido — the art of perfecting swordsmanship not for battle, but for protection and self-discipline.

・At the end of the session, you’ll receive a personalized “Samurai Training Certificate” and an original tenugui (Japanese hand towel) as a special gift.

・The experience takes place just a short distance from Kumamoto Castle, making it easy to combine both for a memorable visit.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Participation requirements:Height 150cm or more

When changing into martial arts attire, please remove thick jackets and similar outerwear. However, you can keep wearing T-shirts or sweatshirts, as we will arrange the dressing process accordingly.

We kindly request that you wear clothing that is easy to be dressed in.

You can keep your pants on, but please refrain from wearing skirts or dresses, as they may restrict movement.

In this tour, we will use imitation swords, but we kindly ask that you follow the instructor's safety guidelines and participate with care.

While we provide tea and sweets during the experience, if you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please inform us in advance and consume the provided items accordingly.

If the tour is cancelled due to weather or other circumstances, we will notify you by phone by 4:00 p.m. the day before the tour.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What To Expect

The following two points are the characteristics of Musashi Miyamoto, the founder of Niten Ichiryu, which you will experience this time. (1) He was a samurai who focused and improved on his artistic sense. He created various works of art, believing that enhancing artistry is the most important way to hone his swordsmanship. Miyamoto Musashi's ink paintings and tsuba (metal sword guards) are stored at the Shimada Museum of Art in Kumamoto City. (2) He mastered his own swordsmanship in order to protect his family and master. As the era changed from the Sengoku period, which was an era of war, to the Edo period, which sought peace, people lived not only to win battles, but also to master swordsmanship in order to protect and keep the peace. This style of swordsmanship and spirituality is Iaido. SCHEDULE [00:00] After arriving at the venue, change into the Japanese dogi [00:10] Learn about the spirituality of Iaido while drinking matcha tea in a Japanese-style room [00:20] Sensei's performance at the dojo [00:25] Iaido experience [01:15] Completion certificate/photograph [01:25] Change back to your clothing [01:40] End

What‘s Included

Dogi rental

Hand towel

Matcha

English-speaking guide

Japanese sweets

Samurai training certificate

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Options

No observer

with 1 observer

with 2 observers

Reviews

4.80

5 reviews

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  • An authentic martial arts experience.

    mrgd2023,,Nov 6, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Originally had some concerns but this is the real deal. A true head of the sword system of Miyamoto Musashi. An experience that surpassed all expectations. Tailored to the skill of each person. This is a true martial arts experience and a must for all those with a love of Budo. A lovely family dojo and such genuinely generous people.

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  • Amazing Iaido experience

    jimmy c,,Apr 15, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    An amazing experience with a Iaido master from Miyamoto Musashi lineage! Had so much fun learning how to handle a katana.

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4.80
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