Samurai Class: Swordsmanship & Archery Mastery

Experience the authentic Samurai spirit with our traditional Japanese swordsmanship course. Learn Toyama school of swordsmanship and immerse yourself in the true essence of Kenjutsu.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 3-chōme-14-14 Haramachida - This experience offers a lecture on Japanese swords, KATA (slashing forms) training, sparring practice, and the opportunity to try bows and arrows, as well as mock sword slashing.
    Participants will slash multiple targets while moving, which presents a significant challenge. Embrace the difficulty!
    This class provides an…
What's Included
  • Personalized lesson preparation based on your height and weight
  • Includes practice uniform
  • Practice with both a wooden sword (Bokken) and a real sword
What's Not Included
  • Facility Charter Fees(This will occur )
  • If you wish to rent the facility exclusively, please contact us.
Additional Information

Please provide the height and weight of all participants. This is a shared class.
An email will be sent once the reservation is confirmed, so please ensure to check your inbox.
This class is not intended for entertainment purposes for foreigners. It is designed for guests who have a genuine interest in samurai culture. This is the only class in Japan…

Location
3-chōme-14-14 Haramachida
The dojo is on the 3rd floor. Please come to the 3rd floor using the stairs on the left side of the sword shop. Late arrivals will inconvenience other guests, so please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time. Please let us know in advance if you will be using this experience for filming.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Irenehb1309hv
Sep 2, 2025
A rare opportunity to live Japan history and culture - The favorite and most memorable part of our Japan trip! We had adult children as well as skeptical teens in our group, and everyone loved this experience. It was pricey but worth it. The instructor was incredibly professional and provided a rare in-depth perspective of the historical samurai tradition and culture, in addition to expert instruction for handling the sword and bow and attention to necessary safety details. He also made sure we got great photos and videos. I was unsure about dressing in the samurai garb at first, but it made for such a cool experience and education, and later I recognized some of those same traditions carried into modern culture as we traveled around Japan afterward. We have been to Japan many times and this is definitely the top of our experiences. I can’t think of a better way to immerse in Japan’s history and culture.
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Danielle
Aug 22, 2025
Phenomenal Bucket List Experience! - Wow! What a once in a lifetime experience, This is NOT a TOURIST gimmick - it is an amazing immersion for those interested in Japanese history and tradition. Yoshioki San is a Samurai descendant and a kick ass Master in the art of Bizen- Kai swordsmanship and Yabusame Archery. Google his target perfect archery, and swordsman ship on horseback (no reins, with moving targets). This is a working Dojo and the training given is disciplined . The session is very hands on, including 1:1 sparring with the Master and feedback on your technique. (Which was very generous and humorous and helpful 🤣) Really informative and lots of fun! Including traditional costume for practice, photos and a Dojo memento An absolute highlight of my time in Japan . Thankyou Sensei Yoshioki San !
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Jake_l
Aug 11, 2025
Great fun - Great experience. Sumida-San is both really knowledgeable and very hospitable. Harry also very knowledgeable. Really fun to spar and cut thru the blocks. Learned a lot
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Jordinc141
Jul 29, 2025
Worth Every Penny... You Will Not Regret It!! - I can not speak enough praise for this class. Wow. I took this class as a solo female traveler. I was staying in the Shibuya area. While this class is a little outside of the city, it is incredibly easy to get to and worth it. The instructor was very kind, welcoming and patient. He covered so much- the history of samurau, the different types of swords, technique for swinging the swords, archery, etc. He even gave us each a certificate at the end of the lesson with our names handwritten with ink in Japanese. I learned so much and had such a fun time. This was something I have always wanted to learn how to do and taking this lesson has ignited a desire to potentially explore it further if it is accessible to me. The instructor has so much knowledge and passion for the art. He also spoke great English and was very easy to understand and follow. You will not regret taking this class- it is worth every penny. I would do it on a regular basis to learn further if I lived nearby.
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Orlando_v
Jul 28, 2025
Katana & Archery Experience – Unforgettable! - I traveled from Tokyo Daiba, and it took me about 1.5 hours to reach the dojo, but it was absolutely worth it! I arrived early and was warmly welcomed by the master. I even had the chance to watch one of his students practicing, which added a special touch before starting. The duel experience with practice swords was very fun, especially when I had the chance to spar with the master himself. No where to run! 😂 He was kind, patient, and always willing to answer any questions. I’m not someone who usually does sports, and now in my 50s, I truly appreciated every moment of the different practices. 🙏 Thanks to Master Yoshioki Sumida for the great experience. Real dojo. Real experience. A true master. Highly recommended. Enjoy your trip in Japan! Orlando
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G6730sftimothya
Jul 4, 2025
5 Stars for a Cutting-Edge Experience - I absolutely loved this class! The instructor was knowledgeable, patient, and made the whole experience both fun and empowering. Whether you're a complete beginner or have some experience, you'll learn real technique in a supportive, exciting environment. I walked away feeling more confident and energized. Highly recommend whether you're a local or a tourist.
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Ivangw1428am
Jun 17, 2025
A must try experience! - This was an absolute blast of an experience and I strongly recommend anyone who is considering it to do it. Sumida san was an amazing teacher and the whole thing was educational, exciting, and authentic. The environment was welcoming and light while still focusing on imparting knowledge and training. We've taken a long trip in Japan and this is one of our top highlights. The only downside is after the experience you'll probably want to keep going.
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Jeffrey_b
May 30, 2025
Wonderful experience - Very authentic! I learned a lot and had a great time. The instructor was obviously an expert and very passionate.
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Wade
May 29, 2025
The sharpness of japan - Words cannot describe this experience, so do yourself a favour and book yourself in and find out what I mean. 100% recommend
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Jnaneshward2025
May 21, 2025
A timeless experience from a true Master - It's almost a year since I experienced Sumida San's Samurai Training adventure while traveling through Japan. Machida is a peaceful city, that I enjoyed walking around a bit before heading to the dojo. Sumida San was extremely gracious, and warned our group that our bodies will ache days afterwards if all goes well. And it did. I took various classes while in Japan, this was the last, and I am glad it was so because Sumida San pushed us hard with various swordsmanship activities. We started however with an understanding of the history and components of a Katana, making this a long and wholesome experience lasting a few hours. Reflecting upon my experience close to a year later, I can definitely say this is an adventure worth engaging in. Please absolutely sign up, and you won't regret it. Well, just make sure you don't push yourself too hard! Thank you Sensei! And also thank you for describing the historical connection between Japan and Bengal :) Much Love and Respect, -JD
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From $204
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).