Samurai experience: art and soul of the sword

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Highlights

Tokyo

Group Tour

2 Hours

MODERATE

English

Description

Unlock the mystery of the samurai class who ruled Japan for 7 centuries just until 160 years ago.First, experience Iaido, a dominant art of swordsmanship practiced by samurai.If you can imagine a samurai swiftly and deftly slicing a roll of straw mat, that is Iaido.After arriving at the Iaido dojo, change into a samurai attire with a sword.Learn from a master what Iaido is about, flow of experience, and actually slash a cardboard with a sword; not a roll of straw mat for your safety.
Observe solo demonstration of the master up close to marvel at his skill, which is especially impressive after your own experience.You will receive a certificate of completion at the end.

Itinerary

Samurai experience: art and soul of the sword

There are many parts of Japanese culture and tradition that cannot be understood through words alone.So is bushido, the way of samurai.You will experience Iaido, a dominant art of swordsmanship practiced by samurai.If you can imagine a samurai swiftly and deftly slicing a roll of straw mat, that is Iaido.Born 6 centuries ago, Iaido is a traditional martial art favored by samurai.After arriving at the Iaido dojo, change into a samurai attire with a sword.
Many tend to assume it would be difficult to slip into the samurai frame of mind especially if you have grown up in a completely different culture.Surprisingly, however, once you are in a samurai attire with a sword and stand in the dojo keeping your back straight, you now understand - the world of bushido is accessible to everyone.
Learn from a master what Iaido is about, flow of experience, and actually slash a cardboard with a sword; not a roll of straw mat for your safety.Now, observe solo demonstration by the master up close to marvel at his skill.You will receive a certificate of completion at the end.Through the entire process, you will sense courtesy and discipline are the values prized by samurai.

What's Included

Iaido experience at the main dojo of Hogyokukai

What's Excluded

Hotel pickup and dropoff

Know Before You Go

Infants must sit on laps

Please Note

Not wheelchair accessible

Not stroller accessible

Not suitable for pets

Infant seats unavailable

Not recommended for people with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for people with heart conditions

As the iaido dojo has the right to adjust their schedule in the last minute based on their urgent priorities, please note that there is the possibility to ask for rescheduling or cancelling the tour.In case of cancellation, we will fully refund your booking shortly.