Samurai Training with Modern day Musashi in Kyoto
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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▼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
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Training zinc alloy katana and training gear
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Samurai Training with Modern day Musashi in Kyoto
Reviews
182 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly recommend! Amazing...
Gina c,
May 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00Highly recommend! Amazing experience with Sensei Yushin, Jordan and Kazo. We really enjoyed learning forms, history and cutting the tatami mat. Truly unique
Highly recommend
Gina c,
May 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00The Samurai experience has been the best part of our trip. Yushin Sensei and his team provided a unique experience to learn forms unique to this training school, history of the school and swords and cut the tatami mat. Highly recommend!
This was a top notch...
Jason K,
May 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a top notch samurai experience, would definitely recommend! Yushin-sensei and Jordan were excellent teachers about the history and form of the martial art. Please stop in here if you are looking for an amazing ane authentic samurai experience!
Authentic experienxe
Sue K,
May 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Authentic experience in a mojo - loved it. To be able to dress up in actual traditional robes of a samurai was great fun. Having a go with a real sword was a highlight
A Real Sensei, Not Just A Tourist Trap
Tara R,
May 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00I would absolutely recommend. It's nice to practice at a real dojo, even if it is a small one. You will learn 1 kata out of 100.
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