Full Day Samurai Kendo Experience In Tokyo

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Tour Information

Key Details

  • Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • Hotel pickup Available
  • Duration: 6 Hrs
  • Language:
    English
  • Departure Time :
    10:00 AM Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
  • Return Details :
    • Minimum age is 9 years • Not recommended for pregnant women • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions • The listed price does not includ.. read more
  • Cancellation Policy :
    This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.

Overview

Kendo, or the way of the sword, has a history of more than 1000 years. It began with the introduction of iron and iron forging technology into Japan from China and Korea. The early 15th and 16th Centuries saw proliferation of traditional Japanese swordsmanship schools created by great swordsmen with legendary skills. During this experience, you will understand the way of the Samurai through the lens of the Japanese traditional martial arts called Kendo.

Itinerary:


1) Kendo experience With over 20 years of Kendo experience, Keio University Kendo club graduate Japanese Kendo practitioner and Malaysian Kendo representatives will help you learn and experience authentic Kendo while great fun and safely. We will guide beginners thoroughly until they can have a taste of combat game or match. Have a taste of a real “battle” and bring forth the fighting. 2) Special lunch at Kendo restaurant After the Kendo experience, we'll take you to have lunch at a Kendo-themed restaurant. We provide a special samurai meal and Kendo/Samurai goods. You can enjoy the taste of Japanese traditional dishes and atmosphere. 3) Visiting a Kendo gear factory "Bogu", the armour suit used in KENDO, is a traditional craft that has been passed on for generations in Japan for over a century. A guide will first introduce you to the principles and ideals of the Samurai and Kendo which will be followed by a tour to the traditional armour workshop where the craft has been passed on in the family for many generations. Let's all experience the "Samurai Spirit" and feel "the heart of the craftsmen"!

Inclusions

  • Rental of kendo armor and equipment
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Free Japanese hand towel
  • Local taxes
  • Professional guide (English/Japanese speaking)

Exclusions

  • Transportation expenses
  • Hotel pick up and drop off

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adults lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Please follow the guides instruction during the program. No responsibility will be taken for any accidents caused by disregard for the instructions

Please bring or wear loose fitted exercise clothing

Shower rooms are provided, please bring your own towel and change of clothing

Minimum age is 9 years

The listed price does not include transportation expenses between each activities

For participants using glasses, please be informed due to difficulty of wearing head protector and possibility of damages to glasses, it is not advisable to wear glasses during kendo activity. Please bring contact lenses if possible,

Traveler Reviews

  • 28-Feb-2020

    I have been studying Kenjutsu and Iaido for ovet 20 years. Kendo is an art onto itself. Kenshi is a master. For young or old this is an experience that will leave you with an understanding of Kendo and the people involved with the art. Kenshi will teach you the basics, then show you how deep you can go if you choose to. From shinai..to armor this kid knows his stuff. Do your self a favor and spend a day with Kenshi.

  • 23-Jan-2020

    It's a great lesson to discover Kendo. It was a pleasure to put yourself in the shoes of a samurai. Thank you Kenshi for this experience and his professionalism.