Samurai Training in Tokyo: Swords, Bushido & Mental Discipline
Description
・Train like a real samurai in Tokyo’s historic Kojimachi, once part of Edo Castle ・Wear traditional samurai attire and learn etiquette and Bushido philosophy ・Calm your mind with breathing and meditation practices ・Practice wooden-sword basics and strength training with a heavy stick ・Improve posture and awareness through silent walking ・Learn practical combat sword skills and master one authentic samurai combat kata ・Apply your training in one-on-one sparring with an instructor ・Enjoy matcha and Japanese sweets during the break ・Receive a scroll-style certificate and take a commemorative photo ・Conducted in English / Beginner-friendly / Minimum 2 participants
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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
Reviews(51)
We had a wonderful experience. The entire family enjoyed the session and learnt some basic techniques and discipline but still had a great time. I highly recommend to anyone
Thank you for your kind review. We’re very happy to hear that your whole family enjoyed the session and had a wonderful time together. It’s great to know that you were able to learn some basic techniques and discipline while still having fun. Thank you again for your recommendation. We hope to welcome you again in Tokyo.
Amazing Samurai experience in Tokyo. Perfect activity for families. Our three kids did a two hour class and learned the ways of bushido. The instructions were friendly, patient, and made the experience memorable and enjoyable for our kids and family. Highly recommended for families with kids.
Thank you for your lovely review. We’re very happy to hear that your children and your family enjoyed the class and learning about Bushido together. It means a lot to know that the experience felt memorable and enjoyable for everyone. Thank you again for your recommendation. We hope to welcome your family again in Tokyo.
The experience was awesome! We had such a great time as a family, creating lasting memories while learning about this incredible culture and the art of Bushido
Thank you for your lovely review. We’re so happy to hear that you and your family had such a great time with us. It means a lot to know that the experience became a special memory while learning about Bushido and Japanese culture. We hope to welcome you again in Tokyo.
We had an absolutely fantastic time at the Samurai Training session. The instructors were knowledgeable, patient, and made everyone feel welcome — from the kids to the adults. Learning about swords, bushido, and the mental discipline behind the samurai tradition was fascinating, and the hands-on training was great fun. Excellent value for money and a true highlight of our Tokyo trip. Highly recommended for families!
Thank you for your wonderful review. We’re so happy to hear that your whole family enjoyed the experience and that it became such a special part of your trip to Tokyo. It’s great to know that both the adults and children felt welcome, and that you enjoyed learning about swords, Bushido, and the spirit behind the training. Thank you again for your recommendation. We hope to welcome you and your family again someday.
Really good, come with family, really fun
Thank you for your review. We’re very happy to hear that you had a good time with us. We’re also glad that you felt it was a fun experience for families. We hope to welcome you again in Tokyo.
I went on a trip to Japan with a friend and when planning everything out this was one of the activities / experiences we wanted to do. We always like to tread new ground when traveling and partaking in more unique experiences, and this certainly did not disappoint. Right from the get-go, you can see and feel the authenticity of the dojo, equipment, and instructors. They take you through a plan that consists of learning some basic history and etiquette of the Samurai / Bushido, and then they teach basic weapon handling and a combat form. You will suit up in a Samurai Gi and all along the way the instructors are extremely nice and helpful in assisting with what they are demonstrating. Everything culminates in learning and acting out a kata, which is a sequence of moves. We also learned some Samurai exercises, and in the middle of the experience took a break and had some authentic Japanese matcha (it was really good!). Throughout everything, they gave ample opportunity for photos / videos and by the end of it all we were given a scroll certifying us as having taken the class, and we really felt like true Samurai! I highly recommend this experience to anyone traveling to Japan :)
Thank you for your wonderful review. We’re so happy to hear that you and your friend had such a great time with us. It means a lot to know that you enjoyed learning the moves, as well as the matcha and sweets. We also really appreciate your kind words about the instructors. Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to see you again in Tokyo.
Incredibly kind and helpful. Beautiful experience and highly recommended
Thank you for your kind review. We’re very happy to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with us. We also truly appreciate your warm words about our hospitality. Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again in Tokyo.
Was really fun exeperience! Learned alot about the way of the samurai!
Thank you for your kind review. We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the lesson and learned a lot about the way of the samurai. We also appreciate your warm words about the instructors. Thank you again, and we hope to welcome you again in Tokyo.
great experience and original
Thank you for your review. We’re very happy to hear that the experience stood out for you and felt original. We hope to welcome you again in Tokyo.
Wonderful experience learning Bushido Samurai techniques the instructor were very nice and attentive. Highly recommend
Thank you for your kind review. We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed learning Bushido and samurai techniques with us. We’re also glad that you felt well taken care of during the experience. Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to see you again in Tokyo.
