Samurai Experience Mugai Ryu Iaido in Tokyo

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Tokyo, Japan

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Overview

Experience a side of Japanese culture that most tourists miss and learn some of the secrets of the samurai warriors during this guided Mugai-ryu martial arts experience in Tokyo. Learn the basics of how to wield a katana sword and watch a demonstration by a Mugai-ryu master. There’s no need to worry about safety; only mock katanas are used during this small-group experience.

Get plenty of Master Takeda’s attention in a small group
Great for frequent Tokyo travelers and first-time visitors alike
Get hands-on with a different side of Tokyo culture and history
There are plenty of opportunities to take photos

What's Included

Rental hakama (samurai clothing)
Instructor(Engish speaking)
Japanese sword rental

Pick-up and drop-off at tourist attractions
Pick-up and drop-off at hotels

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

4-chōme-20-10 Kuramae, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0051, Japan
Leave at the Kuramae station Exit A0 turn right and go straight you will see a cross road, go across the cross road, turn right ,go straight about two blocks, you will see the Scop21 building at your left side, and it is at 3rd floor.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Near public transportation
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 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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A great Iaido experience!

Jonas_N, May 2026

Thank you for a great experience! It was very interesting to see and hear about mugai ryu Iaido and I hope to do it again. The lesson is in english so it is easy to follow. Well recommended.

Un héritage de 340 ans

Sebastien_B, Dec 2025

C’était une très belle expérience. Les instructeurs présents ont été très accueillants, professionnels, avec une réelle envie de faire connaître leur art martial et de transmettre leur passion. Le grand maître Hogyoku Takeda était présent, et j’ai eu l’honneur de le voir exécuter un kata. Un moment fort, très martial, empreint de maîtrise et de tradition. En tant que pratiquant et instructeur de karaté kyokushin, j’ai été particulièrement satisfait par cette initiation à l’iaïdō. L’expérience m’a donné une vraie envie de poursuivre cette pratique et d’approfondir cet art du sabre japonais. Je recommande vivement à toute personne intéressée par les arts martiaux traditionnels japonais. Osu Osu

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