Learn the spirit of Miyamoto Musashi, the strongest samurai in Japan - Samurai experience
"I-ai" is one of the martial arts form that uses the Japanese sword. It is said to have started between the Sengoku era to the early Edo era, and is believed to be the basis of Bushido. Musashikan Dojo, located close to Kumamoto Castle, offers experiences of "i-ai" training and even beginners are welcome to participate. Experience it for yourself, and experience the samurai culture and samurai spirit.
★"I-ai" experience (approx. 90 minutes)★
(1) Change into a hakama and enjoy matcha and Japanese sweets
(2) Learn the basic knowledge and principles of Bushido
(3) "I-ai" experience and performance by the instructor
(4) Photography session and presentation of completion certificate
★"I-ai" experience (approx. 90 minutes)★
(1) Change into a hakama and enjoy matcha and Japanese sweets
(2) Learn the basic knowledge and principles of Bushido
(3) "I-ai" experience and performance by the instructor
(4) Photography session and presentation of completion certificate
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Street address
- 3F Musashi Building, 1-6-4 Shimotori, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City
Access
- 20 minutes by Kumamoto City Tram from Kumamoto Station, 5 minutes on foot from Kumamoto City Tram Hanabatacho Station
Opening Hours
Closed
Best season
- All year
Point
- ・This plan is conducted in the Japanese language. If you require an English-speaking guide, please select that option.
・Please note that the English interpreter guide option is available for booking up to five days before the experience day.
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