Full Day Samurai Kendo Experience in Tokyo
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.
Inclusions
- Professional guide (English/Japanese speaking)
- Rental of kendo armor and equipment
- Local taxes
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Free Japanese hand towel
What to expect
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"!
Stop At:
• Tokyo, Tokyo, Tokyo Prefecture, Kanto
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"!
Stop At:
• Tokyo, Tokyo, Tokyo Prefecture, Kanto
Additional information
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Please follow the guide’s 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
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Shower rooms are provided, please bring your own towel and change of clothing
- Stroller accessible
- Minimum age is 9 years
- The listed price does not include transportation expenses between each activities
- Near public transportation
- 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,
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
jasonsO8529PP
February 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 ...
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.jeremieanziani
January 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.
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.