Wonderful demonstration of kembu, samurai art. Would recommend the kimono samurai experience. Tonnes of fun🙏

Was a fantastic experience to wear traditional Japanese clothes as well as learning a couple of basic samurai moves. We had a lot of fun and the instructor made the time fly 🤩

I had to take the time out to write a review of this amazing experience I booked for my 9year old son and I in Kyoto. The staff at Samurai Kenbu was amazing. Helpful, attentive, so skilled. There was a show at the beginning then a smaller group for the sword class and lastly with put samurai costumes on and continued the class. We absolutely loved it. Highly recommend

Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our instructor came from a long line of performers which was fascinating to learn about. Be prepared for a bit of an arm workout. If you're not used to the movements, the katana will seem a little heavy.

Amazing experience! Family friendly.My husband and kids enjoyed this tremendously. It was a very enriching experience.

I choose the performance and practice option. The staff were very helpful in explaining things and assisting when I was unclear on things. I had a wonderful time and strongly recommend this!

10/10 recommend. Brother, Dad, and I had a blast. As part of our first time in Kyoto we wanted to also experience the Samurai culture. This class was fun and all about immersing yourself in the experience. Highly recommend this for families or couples. Worth it!

The studio was easy to find, right next to a small coffee shop. The class was pretty action packed, starting with getting into full samurai gear. They have a very beautiful and bold array of garments to choose from. Afterwards we're given a katana and a fan to learn with. The lead guided us through different movements and stances while also giving some historical context to the life of a samurai. We then did our own videos of the movements shown. To finish it off the lead and her assistant did their own show for us. Overall they were very passionate about the work they do and it was evident in how the class operated. They were also very kind and helpful throughout the whole class. My brother loved it so much and even got practice gear after in their gift shop. It's a great experience.

Very welcoming and professional school. Slightly on the pricey side, but worth it as you get the full experience of wearing the kimono and practicing with a katana and a performance fan.

Lots of fun. Interactive. Learned about Samurai culture. Great way to spend a few hours in Kyoto after a walk on the philosophers path.

Instructors were very kind and patient. The show beforehand was also really nice. Great activity for families

Could not have asked for more. A great lesson with a wonderful photoshoot. A full lesson in the art form of Samurai, with a bit of history mixed in. Loved it.

Great experience, highly recommend , very informative of Samurai history , highly recommend the private class/ mini show

So fun! We had the best teacher. Definitely worth the time in Kyoto. The performance at the end was also very impressive to watch.

We were the only ones in the lesson, it was great to experience the samurai uniform and sword movements and sequences, our teacher was so fun and helpful, we enjoyed it so much we stayed for the performance afterwards, would recommend this even more so for groups as its a great experience and outside of your typical touristy thing to do

Had fun doing the samurai dance with my husband. It was a very enjoyable 1.5 hour. Would recommend it to anyone

The Lady was a Master of the Art herself. It was great. Time Flew. I hoped for more time but what you get is a great experience & great value

Really fun and intimate Samurai School. We were given an introduction to the history of the Samurai, and how it has evolved into Kabuki which is Samurai theater, and then taught Kabuki moves. Fun playing with swords. Would recommend for a fun, quick activity for anybody visiting Kyoto. Also a great photo opportunity!

Best time. Was a great experience. Did the hour and a half session, recommend the extra as you learn about the meaning of using fan in different ways then taken through moves for a traditional sword dance. The instructor did the dance and made it look so easy. There was another lady there helping, both so lovely. Be aware it does take time to dress up in the traditional costume, but that’s part of the experience. My nephew and I loved the session and highly recommend. Just sign up, you won’t regret it.

Great experience … it was informative and exciting , and much more interactive than I thought Highly recommend