Okinawa 2-Hours Genuine Kendo/Samurai Experience in Japan
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
2 people~(Basically)
You can experience to work with a kendo instructor who speaks English in an easy to understand
way. You will be provided a varied kendo experience that is perfect for a first visit to Japan from
basic etiquette skills of kendo to learning about and using armor.
▼Highlight
・Samurai culture instruction
・Practical guidance by over 20 years of Kendo experience guide
・Hitting to instructors
・Combat game
・Guide demonstration
・Free Japanese Kendo towel
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
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
You can practice Kendo, “Unify your spirits”,”Manners” and “Lifelong Kendo”. These three benefits can be created as a kendo. You can learn not only how to hit and competitiveness, but also the history of kendo and etiquette as material arts. And you also touch the spiritual and cultural aspects. Please feel the practice of kendo from experience your mind, skill and body.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Free kendo towel
Rental all Kendo equipment
Lunch
Hotel pickup/drop off
Options
Okinawa 2-Hours Genuine Kendo/Samurai Experience in Japan
Reviews
28 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Respect the Spirit of Kendo
Titialicious,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a pleasure to meet Our guide Taiji Yamakawa! My son and I took a bucketlist trip to Okinawa and wanted to learn more about the Kendo martial art. This Kendo experience was intimate, informative, and great exercise too! Our guide explained to us the importance of respect in the Kendo spirit and to be passionate with movements and your voice. We were fitted with our Dogi and Hakama (upper and lower garments) and taught step by step basic movements, strike points, equipment names, stances and how to use the Shinai (bamboo sword). If you are not Japanese speaking, it is helpful to bring a portable translator tool/app to ask more in depth questions easier. Our guide was very patient and helpful with corrections for a proper experience. This is a very physical activity so stay hydrated and prepare to sweat. Next, it was time to battle each other and exhibit all we had learned. Thank you Taiji for such a memorable experience! Thank you for opening the sacred space of the Dogo for us. We look forward to hearing of your championships! Go shidō itadaki kōeideshita. Arigatōgozaimashita!
Fun Experience
JeanLouis V,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent and attentive teacher. Ex Okinawa champion. Made the whole experience fun and informative.
Memory of a lifetime!!!
kiyomis556,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience!!! I booked this trip before traveling to Okinawa from US and Kenshi was super helpful in answering all my questions and guiding me through scheduling, location and payment. Very considerate and informative. Taiji was the instructor for me and my son and he was an excellent teacher and guide!! He helped us to understand some of the history, all of the introductory moves, dressing in the dogi, hakama and respect for the Budokan. We also got to watch and learn competition moves and scoring system. Taiji is encouraging, professional, friendly and took all the nervousness away. We are so grateful to him for this experience we will never forget!!!
Our instructor was great!...
Hannibal D,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our instructor was great! He was patient, funny, and attentive. He made our first Kendo class a fun experience! I highly recommend!
Learn the Art of Kendo
Kalai T,,Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic experience with Taiji Sensei! Although his English is limited, his directions were very clear. I really enjoyed this experience and would do it again!
Truly amazing experience!
kasiamV2223XP,,Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I highly recommend this session! This was a proper training for the beginers. I enjoyed learning basic moves and rules of kendo. My sensei was Taiji, very dedicated kendo practitioner with more then 20 years of experience. It was amazing to learn from him! Thank you!
Amazing experience!
oliviafF1822MH,,Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing experience! Our instructor Taiji was incredible at teaching us the basic moves of Kendo and helping us understand the history. Would definitely recommend to anyone!!
Taiji is the best!
mamasan tokio,,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We want to thank Taiji for such an amazing experience! So much fun, laughters and knowledge. Highly recommend it if you are in Okinawa and looking for a fun experience!
Fun and exciting activity, instructor was very kind!
C7308PYliamm,,Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My cousin and I attended the class together on a weekend. The instructor we had was incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and fun. We learned the basic rules, customs, and moves involved in kendo. There were no additional fees involved I'm the activity. It lasted approximately 2 hours. Besides my group, nobody else was at the court where the practice happened. The location was wonderful as well, as right outside was a beautiful park.
Must try
Sherpa03577093419,,Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It's kind of a "dreams come true" experience as we grew up with the comic talking about Kendo from Japan. If you are interested in sports in general or eagerly exploring surprise in the life, you should come and try!!!
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