Iaido Experience in Tokyo

Tokyo, Japan

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Iaido is a Japanese art form that involves drawing a sword, and rather than learning from online videos, this special hands-on experience allows you to learn from the largest Iaido organization in Japan. No need to worry about what to wear, as an Iaido uniform is provided. You can then learn essential skills, such as how to draw and hold your sword, as well as how to strike a dummy.

Special opportunity to learn practical Iaido skills
Intimate experience with a small group size
Enjoy step-by-step demonstrations that are easy to follow
Receive a souvenir—a certificate of completion

What's Included

Iaido Equipment

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

4-chōme-20-10 Kuramae, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0051, Japan
Take Exit A17 of Asakusa Line and go diagonally across Kokusai-dori Street to the light blue building. The experience is on the 3rd floor. In case the English address does not give any results in Google Maps, please input the following Japanese address: 〒111-0151 東京都台東区蔵前４丁目２０−１０ SCOPビル

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.10:00 am

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 3 reviews

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Amazing Experience

Tanaya_R, Mar 2024

My husband and I really enjoyed this. We were able to wear an authentic uniform and practice with real swords. Everyone was very helpful and understanding. We were also able to learn a bit of history about the form to help better understand the practice. The demonstration was also amazing!! I definitely recommend it

Great experience to tip your toes in the iaido art

Gianluca_S, Mar 2024

The master was very kind and they were very accomodating and encouraging. They showed us a few stances and how to draw and sheat the katana and also how to perform a cut, they were eager to answer all our questions. It was quite a good experience to get an idea of the iaido art form, highly raccomanded