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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So fun and cool and awesome
U441HAalexandraz, May 2026
This was really fun and educational and everyone was really friendly and knowledgeable! You really get to learn how to use a sword and yes I really recommend
An Unforgettable Experience in Kyoto
nicholascI5665PU, May 2026
A rare and unforgettable experience in the heart of Kyoto, certainly a highlight to trip!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review!
Unique and worth it!
W3528LBmarianl, May 2026
Absolutely amazing experience and the kindest staff!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much! We're happy to have made it a fun experience for you!
It makes me want to find a dojo.
harun0rik, May 2026
I visited on April 8th. We had a very fun and valuable experience! I was the only Japanese, and the other seven or eight were all foreigners. The explanations were basically in English, but it was very helpful to have a staff explaining in Japanese for me. They said they were new and nervous, but I was impressed by how hard they explained it and I hope they feel confident because it was easy to understand! I'd like to ask him again when he's here. The trial-cutting experience was really valuable, and there was an indescribable exhilaration when it cut off quickly under the easy-to-understand guidance of the master. I can’t forget the feeling of concentrating when I do the cutting action, and since I came back to Tokyo I have started researching the dojo. lol Hospitality is great and I would recommend it to my friends Thank you for your time.
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.