Samurai Spirit Sword Experience

Duration1h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesThai, Chinese, English, Italian, French, Javanese, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

-Completion of Bushido
As a reaction to having come so close to death in this simulated experience, you can feel life with all five senses.
Bushido does not end with the experience of wielding a sword, writing a death poem, or donning armor. You learn everything by understanding the meaning of harakiri the samurai’s ultimate act of honor.
The meaning of “how to die beautifully” in Bushido is the paradox of how to live beautifully. In other words, it means to protect one’s honor, uphold one’s sense of justice, and go down with dignity.

Traditional Rituals—Experiences
“Water for the Dying”
The ultimate purification to wash away the impurities of this world, and at the same time, a ritual to complete one’s acceptance of death.
“Death Poem”
Proof that one’s heart remains completely untroubled even in the face of death. It is not merely a farewell; it is a cry from a highly refined soul, left for posterity to convey “what one dedicated one’s life to and how one lived it to the fullest.

Options

Samurai Spirit Experience

experience the pride of samura: Activities are listed in the category details as described
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
"Matsugo-no-mizu" JPN ritual: Water the lips of a beloved person who has just passed away, and pray for their peaceful journey to the afterlife
Experiencing Death Up Close: Understanding the meaning of “how to die beautifully” in Bushido as “the paradox of how to live beautifully”
The ultimate ritual for samura: of that era, it was not a punishment or an act of suicide, but an event imbued with their unique spirituality and aesthetics

The ultimate act of a samurai's compassion

Try at “Holding the Neck”: Take on the Challenge of “Holding the Neck”
Don’t Embarrass Yourself on the Grandest Stage! The Ultimate Assisting Technique
More Important Than Compliance: The scarecrow samurai will deal with those who commit seppuku.
The scarecrow’s head is made of the same material used for iai
Duration: 15 minutes: Samurai Spirit Experience
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Duration of the experience: +20 minutes
A Slaughterer's Real-Life Expe: This is the only experience that is real, not simulated.

This experience is selective: Eligibility ➤ Those Who Have Participated in a Test-Cutting Iaido Experience
※Can be booked on the same day as the Iaido Test

On: Samurai Pride Video Record

Recording: We'll capture your indoor cultural experiences and outdoor adventures at Osaka Castle through photos and video.
Duration: 4 hours: Options 1. We'll film your glorious journey as you experience all activities over 240 minutes.
Video Delivery Time: We'll edit the footage into 4 minute video & deliver the data within approximately 7days.
※3 times longer during peak season

What's included

Welcome drinks include (hot or iced) matcha and matcha latte.
This includes the costumes, props, and art pieces needed for the experience, as well as the use of lockers to store personal belongings and clothing.
Admission fee
Entrance fee
Private rental of a traditional Japanese house
TAX
Certified Professional Instructor
WiFi
Gratuities
Photography - Digital files sent to your designated email address
Transfer service. Default language: English/ other languages—Italian, Spanish, French, Chinese, Thai

The cost of all transportation and parking are not included.
Other Personal Expenses
Paid Option: The Ultimate Assisted Suicide

What to expect

-Simulated Hara-kiri Experience
From a modern perspective, the act of seppuku by a samurai may seem harsh and gruesome, but for the samurai of that era, it was not merely a punishment or an act of suicide; it was a “supreme ritual”
imbued with a unique spirituality and aesthetic.
Today, you will have the opportunity to experience a simulation of that most solemn moment of a samurai’s resolve.

- The Experience of a Kaishaku
Kaishaku Assisting someone in committing seppuku by beheading them
Compassion of a Samurai
It was a grueling act involving cutting open one’s own abdomen and then piercing the heart. Since instant death was difficult to achieve and the process was extremely painful, the role of the keshaku—who beheaded the samurai to end his suffering—was indispensable.
Today, you will also have the opportunity to experience the role of the kaishaku, an act of compassion unique to the samurai code.

- The Resurrection Ceremony
Feel “Life” with Your Five Senses
As a reaction to having experienced death so intimately and solemnly—even if only as a simulation—the instincts will veer fiercely toward “life”. Feel the love for your accompanying family and friends and embrace them.

SAMURAI HONOR

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

A sign carved from Yakusugi wood reading “The Honor of the Samurai” in kanji

Banners—symbols of affiliation raised by samurai during battle

End point

A sign carved from Yakusugi wood reading “The Honor of the Samurai” in kanji

Banners—symbols of affiliation raised by samurai during battle

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
This program is a [historical education/entertainment] program designed to allow participants to virtually experience Japan’s historical context, the spirit of Bushido, and the solemn atmosphere of traditional ceremonies. If you are currently struggling with deep emotional distress or find life difficult to bear, we strongly recommend that you consult the specialized support services listed below rather than participating in this experience.
Do Not Endorse Suicide: This experience is intended to recreate and allow participants to experience a historical ritual; it in no way endorses, incites, or glorifies suicide or self-harm in any form.
The Dignity of Life: The purpose of this experience is to provide an opportunity to reflect on the “preciousness of life” and the “meaning of life” by paradoxically simulating the extreme situation of death. We strictly prohibit participation by anyone currently experiencing psychological distress or suicidal ideation (the desire to die).

Cancellation policy

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