60-Minute Samurai Seminar in Tokyo with Sword Training and Photos

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Uncover a 490-year-old swordsmanship legacy
• 02 Get real-time translation from licensed experts
• 03 Join an informative workshop for history lovers
• 04 Engage in hands-on activities from meditation to sword training
• 05 Experience an introduction to Ninshido

Join this 60-minute Samurai Seminar and Photo Time in Tokyo for an engaging introduction to samurai culture and swordsmanship. Begin with an opening meditation and instructor demonstration before changing into samurai attire. Learn about Shinobi tools, samurai weapons, clan history, and sword appreciation etiquette, then practice swordsmanship for mental concentration. The experience concludes with a photo opportunity, and content can be customised for groups.

Join this 60-minute Samurai Seminar and Photo Time in Tokyo for an engaging introduction to samurai culture and swordsmanship.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 60 Minutes

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Tokyo

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Samurai Seminar, Sword Training and Photo Time

• Opening meditation and instructor demonstration
• Change into samurai garb
• Introduction to Shinobi tools
• Introduction to samurai weapons and our clan history
• Introduction to sword appreciation etiquette
• Swordsmanship for mental concentration
• Photo opportunity

Customisation Options:

• We can customise content for your group, including team building, meditation, Basic Shintaisohsa (biomechanical exercise), and more.

Group Size Considerations:

• For larger groups, we can arrange a larger venue.
• Alternatively, we can dispatch our instructors and interpreters to your location. Please inquire for details.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Samurai instructor

• Licensed interpreter

• Rental: samurai training outfit

What's Not Included

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

• Gratuity

• Personal expense

What to bring

• A dark T-shirt is recommended to wear under samurai garb.

Know before you go

• Spectator fee: 2500 yen per person. Payment can be made in cash at the dojo.

• Dojo location: Our family dojo is located in the Kappabashi area, approximately 10 minutes from Sensoji Temple, popularly known as Asakusa Kannon Temple.

• Kappabashi area: Kappabashi is the most famous wholesale market for kitchenware and cooking knives. Consider allowing at least one extra hour to stroll around the area, especially if you are visiting Tokyo for the first time.

• Important note: Do not touch the real sword without permission.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Tokyo, Japan

Tour start

Taito City, Tokyo, Japan

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.