Tokyo: Authentic Samurai Training with a Direct Descendant

Tokyo, Japan
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Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesJapanese, English
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers

Overview

・Classic Samurai Experience
Highlights: Learn the principles of Samurai Bushido and ancient martial arts through expert lectures.
Experience hands-on training in both unarmed combat (Taijutsu) and swordsmanship (Kenjutsu).
Get up close with authentic historical equipment, including real swords, armor, and matchlock guns.
Capture the moment with a commemorative photo session in traditional martial arts attire.
Duration: 90 minutes (includes preparation and changing time)

・Samurai Experience Advanced Course
Highlights: Deepen your skills with the Koshu-ryu beginner course in both Taijutsu and Kenjutsu. Participate in a traditional transmission ceremony to receive your official samurai name (Azana).
Receive a formal completion certificate for the Koshu-ryu beginner course. Includes all activities from the standard course, such as handling real weapons and a professional photo session.
Duration: 120 minutes (includes preparation and changing time)

Options

Classic Samurai Experience
Advanced Course

Advanced Course: Includes an official certificate and a Samurai naming ceremony.

What's included

  • Rental of martial arts uniforms, swords.
  • Transportation expenses

What to expect

This samurai experience is taught by the 16th generation descendant of Haniwara Kaga-no-kami Tsune'yasu, a samurai who served the warlord Oda Nobunaga, passing down a tradition with 500 years of history. Master Yukiji Haniwara, a modern-day practitioner who performs dedication ceremonies at Ise Grand Shrine, directly instructs traditional samurai martial arts, Koshu-ryu Jujutsu. You will learn unarmed combat techniques and sword fighting using a katana. You can also experience handling real katana, samurai armor, and matchlock guns. Furthermore, the advanced course includes a completion certificate for the Koshu-ryu beginner course and the creation of a unique 'azana' (samurai name) for each participant.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Noah Studio Shinjuku No.1, 3F
(4-minute walk from Shinjuku Station)

End point

Noah Studio Shinjuku No.1, 3F
(4-minute walk from Shinjuku Station)

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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