Kendo Experience in Osaka: Immerse Yourself in the Samurai Spirit

Highlights

• Authentic Kendo Experience at a Traditional Dojo in Osaka
• Practice Kendo Techniques with a Real Bamboo Sword (Shinai)
• Master the fundamentals of historic Japanese martial arts
• Learn about brief Kendo history and the Bushido Spirit
• Enjoy a unique cultural activity perfect for martial arts enthusiasts

What to expect

Step into a traditional Kendo dojo in Osaka and feel the Samurai spirit. Learn its history and philosophy, master basic movements including Shinai strikes, in a genuine uniform. Experience a unique link to Japan's warrior tradition.

What's included

• Kendo uniform, Kendo armor
• Experience fee
• English-speaking guide
• Japanese-speaking guide

About this experience

Starting at

10:00, 14:00

Group size

Maximum travelers: 12

Schedule

1. Please arrive at the dojo 20 minutes before the start time for preparations.
2. 1. Wearing Kendo Uniforms

   Change into a T-shirts and a half pants. Then wear Kendogi and Hakama.

   
3. 2. Lectures about Kendo

   Lectures on brief history of Kendo, Reiho, Kendo protective armours and the Bamboo sward.

   
4. [About Kendo]

   Kendo has its roots in the martial tradition of samurai who honed their swordsmanship skills in combat. Around 400 years ago, Kenjutsu, which focused on developing sword-fighting techniques, evolved into Kendo. Samurai has been recognized for the behaviour of diligence, sincerity, and rigor.

   
5. 3. Practice Striking and Basic Footwork

   Learn how to use the Bamboo sward and some Kendo techniques.

   
6. 4. Match (Combat Game)

   Using the techniques in a match format.

   
7. 5. Photo Shooting

   Taking photographs with Kendo protective armours and Samurai equipments

   
8. Activity Ends

Location and Directions

• Check-in / Check-out

  Dojo (Samurai Training Experience KENDO in Osaka)

  1-chōme-18-2 Honjōhigashi, Kita Ward, Osaka

  

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  To ensure sufficient time for changing and preparations, please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before your Kendo experience begins.
  
  -6 minutes from Tenjimbashisuji 6-chome Station
  -15 minutes from Osaka (Umeda) Station

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