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Train in Samurai Swordsmanship and Defeat the Demon in Tokyo

5.05 reviews

  • 2 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 2 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Train in Centuries-Old Samurai Swordsmanship This is not a show. Learn real techniques from the Sengoku era—etiquette, breathing, posture, strikes, blocks, and focus—taught by the tsurugi samurai squad. Face the Demon (Oni) — Battle Inner Darkness The Demon reflects fear and weakness within. In a dramatic finale, confront it in a symbolic clash of spirit and shadow. Live a Samurai Fantasy Story Follow four chapters: [Prologue] → [Training] → [Battle] → [Recognition]. You’re not a spectator. You’re the hero. Receive a Scroll with Your Name At the end, receive a scroll with your name and the skills you’ve gained—proof you now carry a sword in your heart. English-Friendly & Family-Ready Fully in English. Great for solo travelers, couples, and families. Wear armor, take photos, and explore real Japanese spirit. Will You Carry the Sword in Your Heart? More than a workshop—it’s a journey of self-discovery. Face fear, calm your mind, and awaken your inner warrior.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Commemorative photo with samurai
  • Authentic matcha tea and Japanese sweets provided
  • Live sword demonstration by instructor
  • Personalized certificate (scroll) with your name and techniques
  • English guide on sword skills, Bushido, and samurai history
  • Toilets in the building
  • Samurai uniform rental during lessons

What's not

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private transportation

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Meeting point
A samurai will be waiting for you at the entrance of the dojo. Look for the samurai "nobori" flag as your landmark.
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 6 travellers
Operated by
INTERNATIONAL GOSHIN-BUDO ASSOCIATION
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Tokyo

  • Its from-price is 31% below the median of the 4374 experiences we list in Tokyo.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 1338 of 4374.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Tokyo

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Every district feels like its own city. Shibuya's famous scramble crossing and Shinjuku's towers, bars and Golden Gai alleys pulse with energy, while Harajuku mixes youth fashion with the forested calm of the Meiji Jingu shrine. In Asakusa, the Sensō-ji temple and its market street keep an older Tokyo alive, and Ginza offers polished department stores and galleries.

Top-ranked sights in Tokyo: Senso-ji Temple (Asakusa Temple), Tokyo Imperial Palace, Meiji Shrine (Meiji Jingu).

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