Samurai Sword Training and Edo Indigo Dyeing Experience in Tokyo

4.9
(7 reviews) Tokyo, Japan

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

Join us on this samurai-based tour where you will learn all about the history of samurai, do traditional indigo dyeing, and even try your hand at sword training yourself.

This half-day tour will allow you to immerse yourself in traditional samurai culture and get the experience you have always been looking for!

What's Included

Indigo Dyeing Experience
Sword Training Experience
Other personal expence

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Main entrance of Somenosato

End point

"This tour will disband at the dojo.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Indigo Dyeing - Introduction and explanation of Edo Komon patterns used in samurai kamishimo (10min) - Tenugui dyeing experience (40 minutes, with instruction and hands-on experience from artisans at the workshop, including Komon pattern dyeing) - Wrap the dyed tenugui as a headband and depart from Futabayoen (10min) - 1 minute walk, take off shoes, enter the dojo)

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Sword Training - Real sword demonstration (15min) - Explanation of defensive actions with toy swords (15min) - Start sword training (30min)

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by 染の里おちあい 二葉苑

Tags

Cultural Tours
Art Tours
Walking Tours
Small Group
New Product

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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