Samurai Kendo Experience in Okinawa: English-guided Session for Beginners

Immerse yourself in the world of samurai with a Kendo experience in Okinawa. Learn the basics of kendo, practice with an English-speaking instructor, and engage in combat games. Book now!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 52
    oyamachō
    - You can practice Kendo,
    Unify your spirits”,”Manners” and “Lifelong Kendo”. These three benefits can be created as a kendo. You can learn not only how to hit and competitiveness, but also the history of kendo and etiquette as material arts. And you also touch the spiritual and cultural aspects. Please feel the practice of kendo from experience your mind, skill and body.
What's Included
  • Bottled water included
  • All Kendo equipment provided
  • Complimentary Kendo towel
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Hotel pickup/drop off
Additional Information

2 people~(Basically)
You can experience to work with a kendo instructor who speaks English in an easy to understand
way. You will be provided a varied kendo experience that is perfect for a first visit to Japan from
basic etiquette skills of kendo to learning about and using armor.
▼Highlight

  • Samurai culture instruction
  • Practical guidance by over 20…
Location
52 Ōnoyamachō
Entrance Of Okinawa Prefectural Budokan in Onoyama Park
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Levi_s
Oct 11, 2024
I loved it - This was awesome. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone who wants to try it. If given the opportunity again, I would definitely do it.
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Z9200noclairel
Aug 29, 2024
Great moment - We spent a very nice moment with our kendo teacher! It was a great experience. Good balance between practice and discussion!
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Kanseik2021
Jun 2, 2024
Give it a go, you won’t regret it :) - Taiji San is an awesome and enthusiastic instructor. My wife and I had so much fun learning about Kendo. From the techniques to the equipment and so much more. Highly recommend going to any martial arts enthusiast.
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Andrew_d
May 28, 2024
Such a unique and fun experience! - We had such a wonderful time with our instructor, Taiji, who was VERY patient with us. We learned a lot about Kendo, and tried our best to fight each other without laughing. We highly recommend this unique experience.
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Glena611
May 4, 2024
Fantastic Experience - Don't hesitate, book it ! - We came to Japan determined to experience the culture. If this is your aim, this is the experience for you. We arrived at the venue, a huge beautiful dojo, not really knowing what to expect of our lesson. We quickly realised that we had Sensei Taiji to ourselves. I should make clear, we have no experience of Kendo, not even the basics. Getting dressed into the do-gi was an experience in itself. Taiji was encouraging and showed patience and humour when he taught us the sport's etiquette and then the basics movements. He is an excellent instructor, demonstrating and explaining clearly as we went along, whilst also making the experience fun and informative. After a little practice, he pitted us against each other, (great fun) and then challenged us individually. Like a pro boxer, he bobbed and weaved, showing true skill. He then demonstrated just how fast a true proficient is. This was a truly amazing and unforgettable experience, informative, energetic and above all, fun. Nothing was too much trouble. Once we had finished, having next to zero Japanese, Taiji booked us a taxi to a local ramen restaurant that he recommended. That was wonderful too. Thank you Taiji for an unforgettable afternoon.
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Benjamin_m
Mar 20, 2024
Awesome experience - Such and awesome and interesting experience, had so fun . The kendo teachers would very helpful and full of knowledge which made the class so fun. Would definitely do again . And highly recommend this experience. And any skill level can experience this.
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Safari05762785450
Dec 21, 2023
Don't hesitate, just book already! - We had an amazing time! Very informative, a ton of fun and a must have experience! You don't need any special gear, and the dojo was a beautiful setting. As someone with experience teaching and martial arts, it was a well structured class.
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Missgaladriel
Nov 1, 2023
Great Experience - Taiji is an experienced instructor. He exuded a calm and warm energy. The explanations were clear. I learnt so much. I was anxious at first but Taiji put me at ease.
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Marianne
Jul 24, 2023
Hidden gem experience! - My son (college aged) and I chose this experience as it is a Japanese sport and something I would not find at home in the US. Wow! What a fun lesson!!! Taiji was very informative, patient, encouraging, and friendly. Despite the language barrier, he spoke enough English to instruct us well and show us what to do. This is a must for families! I hope to come back and do it again with my other sons… it’s worth a repeat visit. 👍
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Quest32730802846
Dec 15, 2023
Great experience - Great introduction to Kendo. Well organised and clear instructions. Motivated us to take up Kendo when we get home.
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From $118
up to 5 guests
2 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).