Samurai School in Kyoto: Experience Traditional Kenbu Lessons and Samurai Etiquette

Immerse yourself in the world of samurai at our Kyoto school. Learn traditional Kenbu and samurai etiquette, wield a Japanese sword, and capture memories in authentic costumes.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Samurai Kembu Theater - 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.
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
Additional Information

Familiarize yourself with the customs of the samurai class during the feudal era of Japan and get hands-on with some elementary Kenbu exercises, including wielding a Japanese blade. Participate in an extensive Kenbu class to master prearranged routines with a sword and hand fan. Round out your immersive experience of this ancient Japanese craft with a…

Location
Sanchōme, 35
[Exact address] Samurai Kenbu Theater/605-0005 Kyoto Prefecture Kyoto city 35-7 Sanchome, Higashiyama-Ku GOZAN Bldg. B1F *It's located on the 1st basement floor of the GOZAN Bldg.(former NeoArt Bldg.) *Please come down the stairs on the right side of the toward the GOZAN Bldg. to the reception desk.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Marymargaret_h
Oct 22, 2024
Great experience! - Great experience! This is a must do if you have time in Kyoto. This really is a class and you will learn how to hold the sword ,pull out the sword, and strike and thrust. We did this with seven family members and really enjoyed our experience . Don’t hesitate to take this class. This was a huge win for all seven of my family members. So much fun.!
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Joshua_h
Oct 17, 2024
Went with my partner and... - Went with my partner and had a fun time throughout! Enjoyed the session being only for a small group (there was only one other couple at our timeslot). The instructor was very knowledgeable and helpful.
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Paul_m
Oct 12, 2024
A great experience! - The staff was very organized and professional. Their skills were outstanding! It was great to have a lesson and use a sword. Highly recommend!
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Naama_s
Oct 11, 2024
Great time! - We had a great time! The teacher was amazing- so nice, explained very well and in general has so much knowledge. We highly recommend this experience 👌
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Julia_c
Oct 1, 2024
Very professional and enjoyable - highly recommend - The performers are extremely talented. Our instructor actively competes and is the 7th generation of family trained in the samurai arts. We really enjoyed the show and the lesson.
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Sarah_b
Aug 19, 2024
Great family experience - Great time for the whole family! We really enjoyed the show portion and getting to dress and learn some moves with the katana.
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Ralf_l
Aug 14, 2024
Nice experience - You get a short but intensive introduction into using a sword doing Kendo. Very friendly and always helpful guide. Thanks.
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Rebecca_t
Aug 12, 2024
Great experience - one of the highlights of our trip! - I can thoroughly recommend booking this experience. Our three teens loved it - as did us oldies. We did the training/dressing up/photos first then watched the show, which helped us really appreciate the skill of the performers. The staff were super helpful, the performance was excellent, and we have amazing memories and photos of a fantastic afternoon.
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Mercedes_s
Aug 3, 2024
Sumarai certified - The show, costumes and class were excellent. We were disappointed with the rushed photo shoot with our own camera. We were hoping for some good posed shots in our beautiful Sumarai costumes with our swords to memorialize our experience, but the pictures were not good at all and rushed due to other classes waiting. If this improves then it is a 5 star experience.
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Utkarsh_c
Sep 3, 2024
Average experience - Overall average experience, we had little kids who made mistakes, however the intructor was strict. The show was good.
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From $65
up to 10 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).