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A person in a black robe holding a sword. 1
A person in a black robe holding a sword, and another person in a purple robe sitting beside them. 2
Three people sitting on tatami mats in a traditional Japanese room with a sword and a wooden cabinet. 3
A person practicing with a sword in a gymnasium. 4
A group of people in traditional attire posing for a photo. 5
By Ginbu Co., LTD. (former name: Samurai Kenbu Co., LTD.)

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is £47 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • 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.

Activity location

  • Samurai Kembu Theater
    • GOZANビル Sanchōme
    • 605-0005, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 35 Sanchōme
    • 35 Sanchōme
    • 605-0005, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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Samurai class & Mini-show

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Class, Kimono, & Mini-show

Price details
£47.26 x 2 Adults£94.52
Total
Price is £94.52
Until Sun, 8 Nov

Samurai class & Show

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English

with kimono rental
Duration: 2 hours

Price details
£61.43 x 2 Adults£122.86
Total
Price is £122.86
Until Sun, 8 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Lesson completion certificate
  • Inclusions
    Photo shoot
  • Inclusions
    English-speaking local guide/instructor
  • Inclusions
    Tenugui towel (Japanese traditional towel)
  • Exclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Service charge

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travellers 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.
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Learn about the etiquette of samurai classes in feudal Japan and practice some basic Kenbu, including how to use the Japanese sword. Introduction to the basics, 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.

Location

Activity location

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    Samurai Kembu Theater
    • GOZANビル Sanchōme
    • 605-0005, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    35 Sanchōme
    • 35 Sanchōme
    • 605-0005, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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