Samurai Experience: Art and Soul of the Sword
Overview
Experience the wonder of swordsmanship through the martial art iaido, in an expedient yet full-fledged manner.
Highlights
- Experience iaido, a martial art of swordsmanship practiced by samurai
Important Information
- Minimum age of participants is: 18
- Infants must sit on your lap
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
Booking (4 steps)
Duration
Included
Iaido experience
Not Included
Hotel pick-up
Meeting Point
The meeting point is Exit A4 of Toei Asakusa Line (NOT Oedo Line) Kuramae station (A17). Please step outside when you reach Exit A4. Your guide will be holding a sign reading "Arumachi."
Venue Address
4-20-10 Kuramae, Taito City, Tokyo, Japan, 111-0051
Schedule
- Experience: Swordsmanship (iaido), an art of swordsmanship practiced by samurai
Provided by
Arumachi/株式会社あるまち
Description
Unlock the mystery of the samurai class who ruled Japan for seven centuries, until just 160 years ago. First, experience iaido, an art of swordsmanship practiced by samurai. If you can imagine a samurai swiftly and deftly slicing a roll of straw mat, that is iaido. After arriving at the iaido dojo, change into samurai attire with a sword. Learn from a master what iaido is about, and actually slash through cardboard with a sword.
You also have the option to buy samurai attire or the sword used in the experience.
Observe a solo demonstration by the master up close to marvel at his skill, which is especially impressive after your own experience. You will receive a certificate of completion at the end.
