Tokyo: Samurai Adventure! Authentic Sword Action Experience
Overview
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1 hour
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Join an unforgettable Samurai Experience in Tokyo! Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the samurai during this hands-on workshop. Watch the daily training of skilled samurai up close, then step into their world by learning basic sword techniques yourself. Led by a former action actor, this authentic samurai class offers both group trial sessions and private lessons.
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Step into the world of the samurai with professional instructors by your side. Beginners are welcome! The instructors are professional action actors, and instead of real sword fighting, you'll safely practice samurai movements using training swords. You can choose between a private and a group. Group class lets you join aspiring Japanese actors learning samurai action. Watch, then practice alongside them while interacting with Japanese students. The workshop starts with warm-ups, then moves on to fundamental techniques like gripping, holding, and swinging a sword. Once you master the basics, you'll pair up with a professional samurai for an action-packed scene. You'll also witness a powerful samurai demonstration up close. At the end, take memorable photos with the samurai to preserve your experience. Even just observing can be enjoyable! We don’t have reviews on this site yet, but we have been offering this activity for many years on other platforms. We are confident that you will have a satisfying experience! Join this unique workshop in central Tokyo, easily accessible from Tokyo Station, Ginza, and Tsukiji. Don’t miss this chance to experience the spirit of the samurai!
What‘s Included
Introduction to samurai history
Practice wooden swords provided
Live samurai training demonstrations
Hands-on swordsmanship practice
Photo session with samurai
Meals and beverages
Transportation to and from the workshop
Kimono dressing
Options
[private] Samurai Experience
This is a private tour: The first 20 minutes cover samurai etiquette and basics, followed by a personalized lesson with a professional action actor.
Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes
[group] Join Samurai Training
This is a group class.: You will observe a class where actors are learning sword fighting, join the training, and interact with them.
Duration: 1 hour
Reviews
19 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Samurai experience in Tokyo!
RaghavMittal,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dai-san and Kume-san were wonderful sensei’s for our Samurai experience! They were patient, friendly and highly skilled, including with young kids. We got to learn about the Kitana (samurai sword), disassemble and assemble one and basic kitana sparring techniques, all in a safe and fun environment. Would highly recommend to anyone!
Authentic and fantastic
Tina N,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic and authentic experience. Warm recommendation from here.
The best experience I had...
Preet P,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The best experience I had in Tokyo. I wrote a lengthier review on tripadvisor if you want to read it www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g1066444-d28879505-r1043095143
Best experience in Tokyo
43preetp,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I booked this experience online via viator and it was one of the highlights of my trip. The team were incredible and made us all feel really welcome. Sense Dai was great at explaining it all and a great teacher. And when most experiences focus on learning simple moves or small things, they full on taught us how to spar as well as a series of attacks and defenses. It was a true training session and a great experience all around. If you are lucky and there is space in the session, you habe to attend it on your trip to Tokyo.
This was one of the...
JP A,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was one of the highlights of our trip. Dai was the best hosts ever. What a pleasant, polite and wonderful guy! We had a blast. Would definitely do it again!
Must-Do Samurai Training in Tokyo
376jadyl,Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time at this samurai experience in Tokyo! The staff was incredibly fun, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable. We learned so much about the history and techniques of the samurai, and the basic training and practice session were both exciting and easy to follow. It was such a unique and memorable experience — definitely one of the highlights of our trip. They also take pictures and videos of your experience. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Tokyo!
A Wonderful Samurai Experience!! Please come!!
748chengm,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing time at the samurai experience class! The hosts were incredibly kind, welcoming, and passionate—you could really feel their love for samurai culture. They explained the katana structure clearly, then guided me patiently through proper sword handling, stances, and cutting techniques. Everything felt authentic yet safe, and they happily answered all my questions and took photos. By the end, I left with new skills, deeper respect for bushido, a samurai acting video and a huge smile. Highly recommend this to anyone curious about samurai arts—truly one of the best experiences in Japan! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Great overall cultural experience.
847jamilk,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The team was absolutely amazing. Charming, educational, and they provided a good workout at that. I can't recommend this experience enough.
Awesome Authentic Samurai Experience
Jamil K,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I was very excited to do this upon arrival. It was a great experience complete with learning forms and exercises. I can't recommend this tour enough.
Unforgettable Samurai Experience in Tokyo
eddyh987,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was one of the best experiences I had touring Japan. I opted for the private lesson and my instructor Dai was amazing. The session was well organized with clear explanation from the ceremonies to fight techniques to sparring. The rituals and actions were authentic and it was seriously fun. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to get a taste and foundation on this art form. 20 out of 10 ... will do it again without skipping a heartbeat!
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