Private Samurai Training at a Tokyo Temple with Master Koshiro

5.0 (1 reviews) Tokyo, Japan
Duration1h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesJapanese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Train one-to-one with Koshiro Minamoto, founder of BUGAKU and a martial artist with 40+ years of experience

Enter a private temple setting in Tokyo, not normally open for public activities

Wear dogi and hakama, and learn samurai-inspired posture, etiquette, balance, and sword movement

Practice with a safe training sword through beginner-friendly guidance tailored to your level

Discover how Japanese martial arts connect body, awareness, discipline, and beauty

Take home memorable photos and video from your private samurai experience

What's included

  • Samurai-style photo opportunity
  • Personalized instruction adapted to your level
  • Use of a safe practice sword (training weapon)
  • Exclusive access to a private temple venue
  • Guided samurai training session with Master Koshiro
  • Video recording of your experience
  • Transportation to and from the location
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

What to expect

Train like a real samurai in Tokyo with Master Koshiro in an exclusive private temple.

In this private experience, you will train directly with Master Koshiro, founder of BUGAKU, learning authentic samurai movements, posture, and precise sword techniques. No previous experience is needed – beginners are welcome.

Set in an exclusive private temple not open to the public, this experience goes beyond typical tourism into a deeper cultural encounter. You will practice traditional kata, developing focus, balance, and body awareness while gaining insight into the mindset and discipline of the samurai.

This is not a performance, but a genuine training experience rooted in centuries-old samurai tradition, designed to quiet the mind and sharpen the body.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This experience takes place at Harusame-dera Temple, a private cultural space in Shinagawa, Tokyo.

The venue is approximately a 9-minute walk from Osaki Station.

End point

This experience takes place at Harusame-dera Temple, a private cultural space in Shinagawa, Tokyo.

The venue is approximately a 9-minute walk from Osaki Station.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This experience involves light physical activity. Participants with injuries, pregnancy, or health concerns are advised to consult in advance. Adjustments can be made based on individual needs.

Cancellation policy

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

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