Private Samurai Sword Experience

5.0 (3 reviews) Tokyo, Japan
Duration2h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

On this tour, you will immerse yourself in the art of Iaido and the spirit of the samurai in an authentic Japanese setting—a serene garden adjacent to a historic samurai residence. Guided by a master Sensei, you will train with antique swords and deepen your understanding of traditional swordsmanship while building meaningful connections with the Sensei and his community. The garden, offering views of a temple bell and the surrounding neighborhood, provides a tranquil backdrop for this unique experience, culminating in a walk to the nearby Meguro Fudoson temple, dedicated to Fudomyooh, the deity of purification and desire.

In the traditional cutting sessions of Japanese martial arts like "Battodo" and "Iaido", a Replica sword is used to cut the urethane rod instead of real KATANA. You will experience a cutting method called "Kesagiri", where you perform diagonal slashes at a 45-degree angle. Our qualified staff ensures that all participants have a safe experience.

What's included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • gratuity

What to expect

In the traditional cutting session(Kiritaiken)of Japanese martial arts like "Bushido" and "Iaido", a Japanese Mozoto is used to cut the Urethane rod instead of "tatami mat". You will perform a cutting method called "Kesagiri", under the guidance of a master of the Tamiya-ryu school of Iaido, using a replica blade in the master's garden.
After the session, we can take a picture at the Japanese garden, in front of the senary of temple bell. If you are interested in visiting neighbor temple called Meguro Fudoson temple. we can take a walk to the temple through small path.

If you are interested in tea ceremony, one of the instructor will show you how to serve one cup of the mattcha, powdered green tea. You can experience a profound taste of mattcha at the Japanese Tatami room. The guide give you a knowledge for the connection between Bushido, the way of samurai and tea ceremony.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

There are two lines at Nakameguro station as Tokyu Toyoko line and Metro Hibiya line. Please come to the place by taxi from Nakameguro station.

End point

There are two lines at Nakameguro station as Tokyu Toyoko line and Metro Hibiya line. Please come to the place by taxi from Nakameguro station.

Additional information

  • 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
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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