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- Japanese
- English
Feel the SAMURAI Spirit in Kagoshima!
What makes this experience special:
・Taught by a national karate champion in his own private home dojo
・Authentic karate in the prefecture where the Renshinkan lineage was founded
・Wooden board-breaking — take the broken pieces home as a souvenir
・Personalized certificate of completion with your name
・Your name written in Japanese calligraphy on a folding fan — yours to take home
・Photo & video support — capture the moment you'll never forget
・Fully customizable to your experience level (beginners to advanced)
・Perfect for solo travelers, couples, families & groups
No experience needed. Just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm.
Book now and feel the spirit of Kagoshima!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We're on the 2nd floor of a small building with shops on the ground floor. Look for the karate sign on the 2nd floor window. Press the intercom to let us know you've arrived — or send us a WhatsApp message and we'll come down to greet you.
What to expect
— Meet Your Sensei —
Your instructor, Hirokazu Inada, is a national karate champion who won the All-Japan tournament in 6th grade — the first ever from his dojo branch in Kagoshima. This is not a tourist show. This is karate taught by a champion, in his own private home dojo.
— What to Expect (about 60 minutes) —
1. Welcome to a Private Home Dojo (5 min)
Step into an authentic space where karate is lived, not performed. Learn the meaning of "rei" — the soul of karate.
2. Change into Karate Uniform / Dogi (5 min)
Feel how different you stand the moment you tie the obi (belt).
3. Kihon — The Basics (15 min)
Learn the foundational stances and strikes of Renshinkan karate.
4. Try a Simple Kata (15 min)
Move like a samurai. Photos and video welcome.
5. The Main Event: Wooden Board Breaking (15 min)
The unforgettable moment — we'll capture it on camera.
6. Certificate & Kagoshima Green Tea (5 min)
Receive your personalized certificate and toast with traditional green tea or matcha.
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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