Comprehensive SAMURAI course at a real dojo(Iai・Gekken・Test cutting）
The experiences I provide are not a form of entertainment or performance.
Some experiences do not offer a true Samurai experience because foreign visitors are not familiar with Japanese culture. I believe this should not be the case and teach authentic Japanese swordsmanship and spirit.
For those who wish to have a proper experience, or want to study authentic kenjutsu, please come join one of my lessons.
The Toyama school of swordsmanship was originally taught by the old Japanese army and was the last Kenjutsu to be used in actual combat.
So,Toyama school was developed by combining the specialties of various sword schools.
【attention】
If you would like to use this experience for interviews or various social networking sites, please let us know in advance. If you are informed on the day of the event, it will cause inconvenience to other guests. We will reserve the room for a private party (an additional charter fee will be charged), so please be sure to let us know.
Description
Itinerary
In this class, you will learn and experience the first of three disciplines: Iai, kendo (Gekken), and Test cutting.
In the Iai lesson, you will learn how to handle a Katana.
In the Gekken lesson, you will learn how to maintain the appropriate amount of space between you and an opponent.And learn when to attack and when to defend.
In the Test-cutting lesson, you will actually apply what you have learned and use an authentic Katana to cut two polles.
First, when you arrive at the dojo, you will attend a short lecture and change into your training clothes.
Next, after learning basic sword handling techniques, you will spar with a safe sparring sword.
Each person will get two poles for cutting. On the first pole, you may cut as you feel. We will then provide you with advice. Use this advice to challenge to the second pole. If you can properly apply what you have learned you will be able to cut the pole with a clean cut.
You will be able to tell the difference between the 'chambara' sword fighting in TV shows, commercials, and samurai movies and authentic budo.
We promise you an exciting experience.
Please enjoy a high-quality authentic Japanese sword lesson.
Inclusions
- Practice uniform/Practice Sword/Bokken/Real sword
- Please let me know your height and weight. As I prepare for the lesson clothes
Exclusions
- Additional polls as desired by participants (1500yen: 2 polls and garbage disposal fee included)
- Facility Charter Fees（This will occur if you charter）
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Operates
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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