Experience Kendo in Kyoto

Tomoyoshi, the instructor, will give you a short lecture on how the ancient swordsmanship of Samurai developed into Kendo. He will share the heroic stories of ancient Samurai including his great-grandfather, Yoshishige Hayashi. He will also share the controversial influence of Bushido values on this nation and his family into extremism, especially during the period of WW2. He will end his story on how redemption came and led him to the current inner peace and the life of a pacifist. After the lecture, you will wear the full Kendo armor and learn the basic Kendo movements. In the end, you will get to do a Kendo match with each other. Upon completing the workshop, you will receive a beautifully designed “Certificate of Experience”. If the date you want isn't available, please contact us to inquire about availability.

Meeting point

5-minute walking distance from the bus station "Higashiyama Nijo Okazaki Koenguchi". Located next to Kyoto City Zoo. Please make sure to arrive at the venue 30 MINUTES before the workshop starting time. (e.g. if your experience start time is at 2:00 PM, please arrive at 1:30 PM)

Pickup

Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.

Ticket type

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Group size

Up to 15 travellers

Operated by

Honey J Tours

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Please note that due to the summer heat/humidity and to ensure the comfort of our guests, the location (Former Budoku hall) may be changed to an air-conditioned dojo.