Become a Samurai Movie Star in Kyoto by Filming with a Real Actor
Description
Myokaku-ji Temple, a historic main temple of the Nichiren sect once visited by the legendary warlord Oda Nobunaga, provides the majestic setting where GOAT Trip offers a truly unique samurai experience. Within its majestic grounds, learn authentic samurai sword fighting directly from an active samurai actor. Practice real sword techniques and be filmed by a professional actor, becoming the star of your own period drama. Even if you’re a bit shy or don’t usually like being in the spotlight, this experience welcomes you with a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of history while acting out a scene from a movie. Create unforgettable memories in Kyoto with this one-of-a-kind samurai experience.
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Important Information
- 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
- Children under 6 years old are not allowed to participate.
- English audio guide provided.(Samurai are trying to study English.)
- Depending on the weather, it may not be taken in the precincts, but may be taken indoors (dojo).
- If you arrive late, you may not be allowed to participate, as it could inconvenience other guests.
- If any equipment, including swords or costumes, is damaged, you may be required to pay for the repairs.
Reviews(131)
Great experience. My 10 year old, wife and myself loved the experience. It was tons of fun. We highly recommend it.
Fun experience with excellent guides. They help you very good during the experience. Would recommend this if you like to have a real samurai experience.
Wonderful. Such great fun. The samurai gentlemen were very helpful. Their dying was unparalleled!
Excellent and super fun, they explain very well and include the children in the process. Great and fun experience. The instructors were incredible. My wife and 10-year-old son had a great time.
Excellent! The kids enjoyed it thoroughly and adults had great time as well.
Absolutely amazing! We had a blast and the movies will be a memories we will always remember. Kesuke and Kazuya were awesome and the real deal. Highly recommend!
Awesome experience and instructors. Learn how to handle a sword and perform some signature moves. Dressing up as a samurai. Took pictures in a beautiful temple. Shoot a short video of a fighting scene. Feel immerse in the Japanese culture. Location is nice. Took a train from Kyoto station for about 5 minutes. Walk for about 8 minutes to the location. Instructors were nice, informative, patience, and professional. There was a couple in our group that was very rude and inconsiderate. While the instructors were explaining and giving lessons, they just leave and do whatever they are doing. The instructors have to pause and wait for them to return in order to resume. This happened so many times. One time we have to wait at least 10 minutes. The session is time limited. Very inconsiderate of the instructors and other people times. The instructors might have another group behind us. Other people might have other plans so need to leave right away. At the very least have the courtesy to tell everyone what is going on instead of just taking off. During this whole time, the instructors were courteous and accommodating. They never seem overtly upset. I would not be surprised if they were internally upset. Highly recommend this experience!
Everything about this experience was exceptional! The host were gracious and accommodating. Don’t miss this opportunity! We can hardly wait to receive our movie!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience with us. We always hope our guests have fun and also feel a stronger connection to Japan’s culture and history. We’re so happy to know this experience made your travel unforgettable. Thank you again for your recommendation. We hope to welcome you back again for another exciting experience in the future!
Great experience with friends; we had a lot of fun and enjoyed ourselves. The actors are very committed and give their all.
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had a great time with your friends and enjoyed the experience. We truly appreciate your kind words about our instructors. They always put their passion and energy into creating a memorable experience for our guests. We hope to welcome you again in the future!
Very fun! You’ll start by learning a few techniques with a sword, then you’ll pick a traditional samurai outfit, then practice for a filming experience. You’ll film outside in front of Myokaku-ji Temple and take photos as well. The instructors are so kind and fun. A unique experience we won’t forget!
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed the full experience—from learning sword techniques, choosing a traditional samurai outfit, to the filming session and photos in front of Myokaku-ji Temple. It means a lot to us that you found our instructors kind and fun, and that the experience became a memorable one for you. Thank you again for joining us and for sharing your feedback. We truly appreciate it, and we hope to welcome you again in Kyoto someday!
