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Kendo Experience: English-Speaking Instructor
5.0
60 Ratings
Kyoto
You can experience working with a kendo instructor who speaks English in an easy-to-understand way. You will be provided a varied kendo experience that is perfect for a first visit to Japan from basic etiquette skills of kendo to learning about and using armor.
You can experience working with a kendo instructor who speaks English in an easy-to-understand way. You will be provided a varied kendo experience that is perfect for a first visit to Japan from basic etiquette skills of kendo to learning about and using armor.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- 51-11 Hanazonoimachi - You can practice Kendo, “Unify your spirits”, ”Manners” and “Lifelong Kendo”. These three benefits can be created as a kendo. You can learn not only how to hit and competitiveness, but also the history of kendo and etiquette as material arts. And you also touch on the spiritual and cultural aspects. Please feel the practice…
- 51-11 Hanazonoimachi - You can practice Kendo, “Unify your spirits”, ”Manners” and “Lifelong Kendo”. These three benefits can be created as a kendo. You can learn not only how to hit and competitiveness, but also the history of kendo and etiquette as material arts. And you also touch on the spiritual and cultural aspects. Please feel the practice of kendo by experiencing your mind, skill, and body. Experienced teachers will guide you in this safe and fun experience. Kendo history is more than 40 years, and 7th Dan grade master, experienced teachers are safe and will happily guidance to everyone!
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Free Kendo towel
- All Kendo Equipment
- Bottled water
- Free Kendo towel
- All Kendo Equipment
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup/drop off
- Food
- Hotel pickup/drop off
- Food
Location
Hanazono Station
JR Hanazono station "North" exit（JR 花園駅北口）
※About 15minutes from Kyoto Station by JR Sagano Line（JR 嵯峨野線）
※Since we'll be wearing Kendo wear and taking sign board, our guests will be able to find us easily.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(60 Ratings)
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Q5073xozacharys
Apr 27, 2026
Excellent Kendo Experience! - My partner and I had a wonderful time! The instructor was very encouraging and made the class enjoyable for all skill levels.
I would highly recommend the class to anyone visiting Kyoto with an interest in trying Kendo!
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143nadimk
Apr 11, 2026
Intensive and fun experience - A taster session including around 10 minutes of competition. We were shown elements of Kendo etiquette, a few commands in Japanese, key feet/voice/hitting/defending skills and wore protective gear. We were first asked to take tops off in order to put on cotton undergarments after which pictures were taken (see photo). We were then provided with the remaining full armour (headgear & gloves). The teaching was fun and instructive.
After the session we were introduced to a souvenir room on the floor below. Please do check the design of any fan by opening it up as the decorative cover may not necessarily relate.
Children will also enjoy it, perhaps above 10 years old.
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Z106qyanastasiab
Mar 26, 2026
Amazing! Educational and fun! - Incredible experience learning traditional kendo and the ways of the samurai. I had such an amazing time, truly the highlight of our trip!!
Many thanks
Anastasia, Andre and Maxim!
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Suhaib
Jan 8, 2026
Amazing, 10/10, memorable, - 10/10 experience, if you’re doing anything in Kyoto, this is a must. It was hands down the best experience my group of five friends and I had on the trip. Super fun, super cool, and incredibly memorable from start to finish. Everything was well organized and exceeded our expectations.
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Emilio
Jan 8, 2026
Once in a lifetime experience - I would recommend this experience to anyone visiting Kyoto. It is my favorite memory of Japan. The instructor is very skilled and also very kind. The class is well structured and easy to understand thanks to the incredible teacher. Please take advantage of this incredible opportunity.
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Suhaybm768
Jan 7, 2026
Fun kendo experience where we actually learned a lot. - Very fun experience with a kind and patient instructor. We learned a lot and were also able to test out what we learned on each other. Highly recommend!!!!!
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Venture41474543186
Jan 5, 2026
Kendo - Me and friend really love the experience. The instructor was very polite and professional but at the same time made it fun for us to learn the lessons. Recommend that you please check this out!
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Jan_k
Dec 27, 2025
Fun educational experience. - What a fun, educational and workout experience this was!!
Easy to get to on the San-In line, instructor met me at the station and the dojo is less than 5mins away.
Great historical learning and an introduction to the martial art.
Bring a towel as it does get hot in the outfit also water is provided.
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Davidle8904en
Nov 4, 2025
Kendo Experience - Great experience! Very impressive skill and teacher! Learned a lot for two hours! Introduction to Kendo was very interesting!
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I3775hkalisong
Oct 23, 2025
A fun morning - We had great fun in our introduction to kendo. The instructor explained things very well and gave us lots of time to practice and take photos.
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