Tokyo 2-Hour Genuine Samurai Experience: Kendo in Japan
Recommended by 97% of travelers
Tokyo, Japan
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Practice the time-honored arts of samurai swordsmanship during this hands-on Kendo workshop. Work one-on-one with an experienced Kendo instructor, with all equipment and armor included. Learn practical skills and put your new moves to the test during a tournament-style combat game. All experience levels are welcome, and participants receive bottled water and a souvenir Kendo towel.
- Choose from a morning or afternoon session to suit your schedule
- Learn practical Kendo moves and tackle your opponents in a mock tournament
- Discover the culture and etiquette behind this traditional sport, too
- Make your own way to the dojo in a northern Tokyo neighborhood
What's Included
- Professional guide/instructor
- Rental of kendo armor and equipment
- Bottled mineral water
- Japanese hand towel
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Operating hours.10:00âŻam
What To Expect
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Kendo Experience Tour Samurai Trip
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Minimum age is 9 years
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Not wheelchair accessible
- The listed price does not include a transportation expenses between each activities
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 118 reviews
Alistair_C, Mar 2026
What an amazing kendo experience! I would highly reccomend to anyone. Perfect for beginners. Our two teachers were a good laugh and taught us very well.
Jason_C, Feb 2026
This is in a neighborhood Kendo Dojo. Very local and traditional. It is a great experience and a good workout as well.
Jamie_C, Dec 2025
Excelente experience realistic kendo training. People in class friendly and kind. Very helpfull. Fun.
Melissa_H, Sep 2025
Best experience in Japan!
You won't be disappointed in fact you'll want to join a Samurai dojo in your city. The instructor is super skillful and knowledgeable. Don't be shy everyone can do it đđŒ
ryan_f, Jun 2025
we were watching an interesting youtube channel about kendo. thought the first youtube sensei was knowledgeable, informative, and easygoing. it was a surprise to get to the actual class, and see the exact same sensei that we were watching n youtube!
Sindhu_R, Apr 2025
Must try experience in Japan. The sensei was patient with us and explained the basic of Kendo and helped my kids have a lot of fun and learning.
Lynn_N, Apr 2025
Lots of fun. A great lesson and experience learning hitting techniques. Also learned how to put on Kendo uniform which consisted of the Keikogi (a jacket-like top) and the Hakama (skirt-like trousers). We also wore protective equipment, a Bogu (armor).
Brett_F, Mar 2025
Wow! What an experience. We got dressed up in full Kendo gear and learned the technique and history. Teacher was fun and accommodating. So much fun
John_T, Jan 2025
We had a wonderful time with Keshi at the dojo!
Our group came with a limited understanding of Kendo and its principles, but left with one of our best memories yet of Tokyo! In the days since our group can occassionally be found breaking out into calls of our favorites strikes ("Men! DĆ!"). What a wonderful and immersive experience for our group of 4.
Advice: be prepared to take off glasses and rings. You will be issued very appropriate Kendo attire, and be ready to sweat! Don't be afraid of the sparring, it's all part of the learning!
Kenshi, our instructor, was also incredibly accomodating -- we had booked our experience for the 31st of December during the New Year holiday period in Japan. 5 stars out of 5!
John_B, Jun 2024
My two boys and I had a lot of fun with it. I would recommend it. It was a fun family activity and a little exercise.
Tiffany_M, Apr 2024
Excellent experience in every way. Pickup at the train station was easy. The teachers were extremely knowledge. It was a memorable way to spend a few hours in Tokyo. Itâs a short walk to shrines/food stalls so you can really make a day of it
Matthew_S, Nov 2023
An excellent experience with our adult son. We learnt a great deal about Kendo and enjoyed the sparing at the end.
David_W, Oct 2023
It was a personalized lesson for my son and I. The Kendo Sensei has been training for 60 years and his co-instructor was also fantastic.
A very legitimate training of traditional fundamentals and the highlight of our trip. If I lived in the area it would be an honor to train with them regularly.
Jacquelyn_C, Oct 2023
Such a great experience! I didn't know anything about Kendo prior to this. The teaching was great. Actual dojo students were there and it was fun to watch them & learn how they move. The Sensei was very nice & easy to understand. Definitely recommend!! (Make sure you drink water and are hydrated before you go. The gear is heavy fabric and gets pretty warm. You do get a water break in between though. If you have bad knees like me, make sure to tell the Sensei so you can skip anything that hurts your knees like kneeling.)
Katrina_B, Jul 2023
Authentic feeling kendo experience. Lots of fun yelling and whacking people on the head with a bamboo sword.
Christina_S, May 2023
We had a great time at the samurai training. We learned many techniques and even got to match. We were able to participate in a class with local trainees. Would highly recommend! Such a fun experience. Please note: this is a real, highly active class. Be sure to wear athletic wear.
Margo_W, Apr 2023
I appreciated the patience the Sensei had with each of us as well as the information and background about Kendo that was given.
Jody_C, Apr 2023
Highly recommend it to anyone going to Tokyo. We had a wonderful but tiring 2 hours learning the basic forms from a Kendo swordmaster. We lived to hear a "good" when we struck the proper spot and with the right form - or to try again! When we didn't take advantage to make a hit during sparing, a quick kote-men-2 points were heard from him. Ouch! My grandson rated this as one of his top 5 things we did for a week in Japan.
Nuriye_U, Dec 2022
Literally the best activity in Tokyo. Do not miss this opportunity for fun. Itâs real martial arts but they make it incredibly fun.
Response from Host, Jan 2023
Thank you for your great review!
We're looking forward to see you again.
Brian_S, Oct 2023
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