Samurai School in Kyoto: Samurai for a Day

4.9
(199 reviews)

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

Learn about the etiquette of samurai classes in feudal Japan and practice some basic Kenbu, including how to use the Japanese sword. Full Kenbu lesson to learn choreographed movements with a sword and folding fan. Top off your experience of this traditional Japanese art with a photo session in costume, and take home a certificate of achievement.

What's Included

Lesson completion certificate
Photo shoot
English-speaking local guide/instructor
Tenugui towel (Japanese traditional towel)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

[Exact address] Samurai Kenbu Theater/605-0005 Kyoto Prefecture Kyoto city 35-7 Sanchome, Higashiyama-Ku GOZAN Bldg. B1F *It's located on the 1st basement floor of the GOZAN Bldg.(former NeoArt Bldg.) *Please come down the stairs on the right side of the toward the GOZAN Bldg. to the reception desk.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Learn about the etiquette of samurai classes in feudal Japan and practice some basic Kenbu, including how to use the Japanese sword. Introduction to the basics, to learn choreographed movements with a sword and folding fan. Top off your experience of this traditional Japanese art with a photo session in costume, and take home a certificate of achievement.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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
Supplied by Ginbu Co., LTD. (former name: Samurai Kenbu Co., LTD.)

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Sports Lessons
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Cancellation Policy

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

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