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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
Kōraichō area, central Kagoshima City — about a 10-minute walk from the Tenmonkan shopping district. The exact address, building details, and directions will be sent to you in your booking confirmation message after your reservation is complete.
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 an authentic traditional dojo.
— What to Expect (about 60 minutes) —
1. Welcome to the 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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