2 hours
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Overview
Try your hand at samurai life on this small-group samurai experience in Kyoto. Your guide will explain all things samurai, including dress, zen meditation, the philosophy of Bushido, and how to use a martial arts training sword.
Easily meet your guide and group at the departure point. Then change into a traditional kimono and start to practice swordsmanship.
You can choose from either a morning or afternoon session, based on your itinerary. No matter which time of day, you’ll come away from the experience having learned the way of the warrior.
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Kyoto Samurai Experience
Ratings & Reviews
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You must do it!
Getaway14889091583, Apr 2026
This experience was so much more than we could have hoped for. It was informative, full of history and of course fun! Watching the professionals handle the swords and show off their skills was honestly breathtaking. An experience we will never forget.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
We are honored that our experience left such a lasting impression on you! Thank you very much for visiting us!
Asked us to cancel!
Meander50006667767, Apr 2026
We are so disappointed in this company. We scheduled this for our two sons months ago and they just reached out to ask us to cancel due to a tour company wanting the slot we booked. Now it is too late for us to book a different time while we are in Kyoto. So disappointing.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
We’re truly sorry for the disappointment this situation has caused, especially since you planned this experience for your sons well in advance. We completely understand how frustrating this must feel while visiting Kyoto. We’d like to gently clarify that we reached out multiple times shortly after your booking to offer alternative dates due to a scheduling issue caused by an internal error. Unfortunately, we didn’t hear back until a couple of months later, and by that time our availability had become very limited. We regret that we were ultimately unable to accommodate a suitable reschedule. That said, we take full responsibility for the disruption in your plans, and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused. This is not the level of service we aim to provide. Thank you again for your feedback, and we’re very sorry we couldn’t deliver the experience you were hoping for.
Immersive!
gabrielaP8347ZA, Apr 2026
AMAZING! Loved it! SO MUCH FUN!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you very much! We're pleased to hear you enjoyed your time with us!
Amazing glimpse into Samurai Tradition
lidijal2026, Apr 2026
We absolutely loved this experience in Kyoto! It had a wonderful authentic feel to it, being in an actual old Samurai house, beautifully restored. The opportunity to hold a centuries old katana and be told about the history of the samurai, was amazing. The skills of our sword master were very impressive, his instructions were very clear and he had a good sense of humor. The English native- speakers were running the experience very smoothly, helping us with translations and changing into Samurai clothing. All in all it was a very well organised, smooth, fun and educational experience! Highly recommended!!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you very much! We're so pleased you enjoyed experiencing samurai culture and history with us first hand!
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Zen meditation experience
- Photos of the activity
- Professional instructor
- Use of a martial arts training sword
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- If you have questions about accessibility, please send us a message and we will be happy to help.
- Please wear comfortable clothes and appropriate footwear for an athletic activity
- Minors must be accompanied by an adult
- Rescheduling may be possible, depending on availability, but is not allowed within 24 hours of your scheduled session.
Guide Languages
English
Japanese
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.