Samurai Sword Training with a Dan Master in Shinjuku, Tokyo

Tokyo, Japan
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Duration1h 30m
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Japanese, English, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Free Rental of Dogi and Hakama
Participants can experience Iaido wearing authentic Dogi and Hakama (a suit for Samurai Sword Training), provided for free by the Musashinokuni Mugaikai. It's an opportunity to feel like a real samurai.

Mugairyu: Strongest Swordsmanship School
The enduring strength of Mugairyu as a martial art can be understood from its historical significance. By the end of the Edo period and into the mid-Meiji era, two of the three renowned swordsmen known as 'The Three Greats of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police' were practitioners of Mugairyu, highlighting its long-standing reputation as a dominant swordsmanship school.

Mugairyu in Popular Culture
Mugairyu has been featured in many films, including 'After the Rain,' the last screenplay written by the famous Japanese director Akira Kurosawa. Its protagonist, Misawa Ihei, is a Mugairyu swordsman. Numerous novels, movies, and TV dramas have focused on this swordsmanship style.

What's included

  • Necessary clothing, swords, etc. for swordsmanship experience
  • Multilingual swordsmanship instruction by a certified master.
  • Multilingual local guide (English / French / German / Spanish)
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

What to expect

Let’s Experience Authentic Samurai Training with a 7th-Dan Master in Shinjuku, Tokyo

This tour takes place at an authentic Iaido dojo, where you’ll learn the true essence of swordsmanship directly from a 7th-dan master, with support from a multilingual guide.

The dojo, usually closed to travelers, has been specially opened for this experience. Discover the real spirit of the samurai beyond typical tourist attractions.

Exclusive Iaido Training
The Musashinokuni Mugaikai offers small-group Iaido sessions focused on careful, personalized instruction, ensuring an accessible experience for beginners.

What You Will Gain from This Tour

1. Learn Mugairyu Iaido directly from a master holding the 9th-dan rank—the highest level in the art.

2. Learn about Japanese martial arts history and bushido etiquette with multilingual explanations.

3. Fully immerse yourself in the samurai experience with a complimentary rental of a traditional training uniform.

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Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • 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

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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