- Samurai Kenbu Theater - Make your way to Samurai Kenbu Theater, conveniently located in downtown Kyoto. After removing your shoes and taking your seat, you’re introduced to the Japanese traditional art of Kembu through informative narration on stage.
Before each demonstration, you’ll learn about the culture of the samurai, a warrior class that ruled Japan from the 12th to 19th century. In feudal times, samurai were said to perform Kembu to give themselves courage or to achieve mental concentration.
During traditional and new-style Kenbu short performances, watch trained masters wield swords and recite short Japanese poems written by samurai before going to battle. Discover the art of folding a fan as a show of respect in Japanese culture.
You can also take a simple Japanese sword experience.
- Enjoy casual experiences including a sword and a folding fan.
- Watch the captivating Kenbu sword dance show.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Kenbu, a form of sword execution, is a classic representation of Japan’s Samurai culture, which dominated the country for seven centuries. Performers who embody the Samurai spirit display this 30-minute theatrical showcase at the Samurai Kenbu Theatre. Enrich your understanding through comprehensive discussions, and appreciate the blend of classical and modern Kenbu enactments rooted in stories from the feudal era. Additionally, you can gain rudimentary knowledge about Japanese ‘katana’ swords and ‘sensu’ folding fans.
- About 40 min. is the show part, after is mini experience part.
- Please come down the stairs on the right side of the toward the GOZAN building to the reception desk.
- Please arrive 15 minutes to 5 minutes prior to the start time.
- If you wish to cancel a reservation, you must do so yourself on Viator.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
