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Samurai School in Kyoto: Samurai for a Day

Kyoto, Japan
1 hour 30 minutes
(192)
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Date
Tuesday
May 6, 2025
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Time
10:00 am
11:45 am
2:45 pm
4:15 pm
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Samurai class & Show
with kimono rental.Duration: 2 hours
Samurai class & Mini-show
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.Class, Kimono, & Mini-show
Child
Ages: 4-12 years old
0
Adult
Ages: 13-64 years old
2
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What You Will Do

Learn about the etiquette of samurai classes in feudal Japan and practice some basic Kenbu, including how to use the Japanese sword. Full Kenbu lesson to learn choreographed movements with a sword and folding fan. Top off your experience of this traditional Japanese art with a photo session in costume, and take home a certificate of achievement.

What's Included?

  • Lesson completion certificate
  • Photo shoot
  • English-speaking local guide/instructor
  • Tenugui towel (Japanese traditional towel)

What's Not Included?

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

This activity is operated by Ginbu Co., LTD. (former name: Samurai Kenbu Co., LTD.)
  • 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 pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • For safety reasons, please follow the instructor's instructions on the day.
  • Please arrive 10 minutes to 3 minutes prior to the start time.
  • On the day of the event, please come to the first basement floor from the stairs on the right side of the GOZAN building.
  • If participants are between the ages of 5 and 11, it is preferable that they are attending some kind of class or martial arts school.
  • Please wear clothes suited for exercise and moving around. Visiting in a single hoodie or tights is not suitable for costume changes
  • If you wish to cancel a reservation, you must do so yourself on Viator.

Guide Options

  • Guide - Japanese
  • Guide - English

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