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Samurai School in Kyoto: Samurai for a Day Cultural Lesson
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Samurai School in Kyoto: Samurai for a Day Cultural Lesson

by Ginbu Co., LTD. (former name: Samurai Kenbu Co., LTD.)

1.5 hours
Kyoto
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1.5 hours
Starting time
Tuesday 27 October 2026
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Free cancellation until 26 Oct 2026.
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Overview

This 90-minute samurai school in Kyoto begins with an introduction to the etiquette of samurai classes from feudal Japan. Participants then practice basic Kenbu, a traditional Japanese dance that uses choreographed movements with a sword and folding fan. The lesson is led by an English-speaking local instructor who guides participants through the movements. After the Kenbu lesson, there is a photo session where participants wear samurai costumes. Each participant receives a certificate of achievement and a traditional Japanese tenugui towel to take home. The session takes place on the first basement floor of the GOZAN building. Hotel pickup, food, drinks, and gratuities are not included. Participants should arrive a few minutes early and wear clothing suitable for exercise and costume changes. Children between the ages of 5 and 11 are recommended to have some experience in classes or martial arts schools.

Highlights

90-minute cultural Kenbu lesson with sword and fan
Instruction by English-speaking local guide
Photo session in samurai costume
Certificate of achievement awarded
Traditional Japanese tenugui towel included

What's included

Certificate issued upon lesson completion
Photo shoot during the session
English-speaking local instructor for the lesson
Traditional Japanese tenugui towel provided

What's not included

Hotel pickup and drop-off service
Food and drinks during the session
Gratuities for the instructor or staff

Itinerary

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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.

90 min

Meeting point

[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.

End point

[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.

Languages

Japanese (guide)English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–10 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Not advised for anyone with back or spinal problems
Not advised during pregnancy
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
A moderate level of fitness is needed
Participants must follow the instructor's safety instructions on the day
Arrive between 10 and 3 minutes before the start time
On the day, enter via the stairs on the right side of the GOZAN building to the first basement floor
Children aged 5 to 11 should preferably attend a martial arts or similar class
Wear comfortable clothing suitable for exercise; hoodies or tights alone are not suitable for costume changes
Cancellations must be made personally through Viator
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