Instruction, attire and equipment rental, water and a souvenir are included; participation is not recommended during pregnancy or with spinal injuries. 5 from 135 reviews at €127 per person for 2h.
In our comparison: #4 of 24 in Samurai, Culture & Craft Workshops, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Japanese.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| Experience at Kobunacho DojoThe page price | Duration: 2 hours | €127 for 2+ people |
| Private at Hamacho Dojo | Duration: 2 hours Private Experience | €203 for 2+ people |
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 7 November 2026.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 135 of 135
Star breakdown of all 135 ratings
Reviewers praise patient teaching, cultural context and sparring; getting into the full outfit takes effort.
Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (25 December 2025 to 4 November 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.
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Ratings collected from Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
The spirit of Japan endures in Samurai. A Samurai is not a swordsman, but one who carries the sword in the heart. Be Samurai. Only then does Japan reveal itself. Walk the path with Kendo Spirit.
◉Why Kendo?
Kendo is not a sport born from modern design.
It is a living tradition shaped by samurai to survive, transformed to preserve Bushido, and passed down through the body, generation after generation.
It is still practiced today because its spirit is still needed.
Bushido lives on, in its purest form, through Kendo.
◉Who this experience is for
This experience is for those who are curious about Japan beyond the surface.
For those who value discipline, respect, and meaning over entertainment.
For those who want to experience the spirit of Bushido through their body, not just hear about it.
You don’t need kendo experience.
You do need an open mind and a willingness to face yourself.
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #4 of 24 | €127 | 2h | 5.0 (135) | shared |
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| Tokyo:Samurai Sword & Archery with a Master Swordsman | €174 | 3h | 5.0 (155) | shared |
Ranked #4 of 24 in Samurai, Culture & Craft Workshops by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €91 to €347, median €121; typical length 1h 50m. 3 of 24 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 24 Samurai, Culture & Craft Workshops