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Full Day Samurai Kendo Experience in Tokyo
Tokyo,
Japan
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Overview
Duration
6h
Languages
Japanese, English
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect
Kendo, or the way of the sword, has a history of more than 1000 years. It began with the introduction of iron and iron forging technology into Japan from China and Korea. The early 15th and 16th Centuries saw proliferation of traditional Japanese swordsmanship schools created by great swordsmen with legendary skills. During this experience, you will understand the way of the Samurai through the lens of the Japanese traditional martial arts called Kendo.
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Important info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Not recommended for pregnant travelers. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Public transportation options are available nearby. Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. Specialized infant seats are available. Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness. Please follow the guide’s instruction during the program. No responsibility will be taken for any accidents caused by disregard for the instructions. Please bring or wear loose fitted exercise clothing. Shower rooms are provided, please bring your own towel and change of clothing. Minimum age is 9 years. The listed price does not include transportation expenses between each activities. For participants using glasses, please be informed due to difficulty of wearing head protector and possibility of damages to glasses, it is not advisable to wear glasses during kendo activity. Please bring contact lenses if possible,
What's included
Rental of kendo armor and equipment. Bottled water. Lunch. Free Japanese hand towel. Local taxes. Professional guide (English/Japanese speaking)
What's not included
Transportation expenses. Hotel pick up and drop off
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
SAMURAI TRIP
Meeting Point
Uguisudani Station North Exit, 1 Chome-4 Negishi, Taito City, Tokyo, Japan
We'll be there with Kendo costume and taking sign.
Uguisudani Station North Exit, 1 Chome-4 Negishi, Taito City, Tokyo, Japan
We'll be there with Kendo costume and taking sign.