1-Hour Japanese Archery Experience in Kyoto: Perfect for Beginners
4.9
139 Ratings
Kyoto
This is an excellent opportunity, especially for those new to the field. Kyudo instruction is typically costly, but this class offers all the necessary equipment. All that’s required of you is enthusiasm and attire suitable for physical activity. Our instructor will guide you through the whole process. Come explore authentic Japanese culture with us.
Duration:
1 hour
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Kyudo Experience - You will experience Japanese archery called Kyudo with a professional teacher. Our teacher has played Kyudo for more than 50 years and has Kyudo Kyoshi (teacher) 6th grade.
Once the tour starts, you will learn what is Kyudo and how to play such as form, item and history. Once the lecture finishes, you can try shooting an arrow with a bow.
Please ask our teacher if you have any questions or doubts. He is very friendly and good at teaching Kyudo!
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our expert instructor, who may not speak flawless English but more than makes up for it with their passion and dedication. We provide top-notch English materials about the captivating art of Kyudo, ensuring a delightful experience as you bond with our teacher through the universal language of gestures and shared enthusiasm for this unique Japanese tradition.
What's Included
- Class fees included
- Equipment for Kyudo provided
What's Not Included
- Transportation fees
Additional Information
- Please note that our teacher provides hands-on guidance as he shows how to correctly take the proper stance and hold the bow.
Location
Kyudo Experience
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からくり弓道体験場
22-2 Mibuaiaicho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8812
10 minutes on foot from JR Tambaguchi/Hankyu Omiya/Randen Shijo-Omiya station.
If using Google Maps, paste the Japanese name only, or search for "Kyudo Experience Kyoto". Please always compare with mentioned address above.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(139 Ratings)
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Eleanor
Apr 9, 2024
Authentic Kyudo experience - A great experience with a Level 10 Kyudo Master. Warm and friendly. Very knowledgeable and talented and happy to share his wisdom and love for Kyudo. Also present was one of his current students who supported the translation which was very helpful. A small group of 4 of us made for a special experience.
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Clare_d
Apr 5, 2024
Really authentic archery experience in Kyoto - Really authentic experience learning the basics of Japanese archery. The teacher took a lot of care to help each person
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Sara_a
Apr 3, 2024
Amazing Experience - Amazing experience - so glad I booked it!! The teacher was so patient and amazing at taking you through each step of the process! They were really helpful with any questions before and during the session.
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Susan_s
Mar 29, 2024
Brilliant - Fascinating experience loved it and the sensei was a very patient master of his art. He sees it as a total experience for health like a martial art.
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Dan_d
Mar 29, 2024
Once In A Lifetime - Cannot say enough positive things about this wonderful experience! It was a truly amazing experience to actually learn from a kyudo master. The master's student assisted and helped translate while we learned about kyudo and then did some practice shots. The master and his student were so sweet and informative. Would highly recommend this once in a lifetime experience. Unlikely to get the opportunity elsewhere to get tips and ask questions about kyudo from someone who has studied it for so long.
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Xenia_e
Mar 23, 2024
Fun and educational - Very fun experience! Wish we got to shoot more but it was overall a great learning activity. We communicated thanks to one of his students that helped as an interpreter!
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Carmilla_k
Mar 22, 2024
Must do for fans of history and athleticism - This was an amazing experience! He was so patient and kind and really invested in teaching the art of Kyudo. Definitely made me wish there was something like this in chicago that I could continue to do. I will come back to Kyoto just do to this next year
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Cyyong97
Mar 17, 2024
One of a kind experience - Very cool activity. Think of it as a cultural experience, in the 1 hour 3 of us shot 3 times each (6 arrows total per person)
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Yin_h
Mar 14, 2024
Amazing, super fun - It's rare for a 6th dan in kyudo to be offering this very personal and fun experience to dabble in kyudo. We had a very good time. Sensei had a translator to explain the steps and guided us through the process. Highly recommend
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Emily_h
Mar 12, 2024
Awesome archery experience! - For a person with no prior exposure to archery, this was a fantastic first time archery experience. The sensei has an instruction manual available in English to explain the basics then provides a demonstration after we'd finishing reading the marked pages in the book.
Lots of guidance is provided on the correct posture and positioning and breathing technique. For females - hand over hand support is provided when required. I attended the session with one other person so we each had three rounds (two arrows each round). There would have been time to have a fourth round but we'd decided to ask the sensei to provide another demonstration at the end.
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