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The Art & Spirit of Authentic Japanese Archery (Kyudo) Experience

4.6 · 45 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 91% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Tokyo Operated by beautiful day tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h 30m
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
08:30, 09:30, 10:00, 11:30, 12:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Confirmation within 48 hours · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Try Kyudo in an official dojo, shooting on a competition range with instruction.

Equipment rental, facility fees and taxes are included; participants must be at least thirteen and photography is restricted. 4.64 from 45 reviews at €116 per person for 2h 30m.

In our comparison: #23 of 24 in Samurai, Culture & Craft Workshops, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €116 per adult.

Included and not included

  • All taxes included
  • Professional Guide Fee
  • Rental fee for a complete set of tools
  • Facility usage fee

    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.

    Reviews

    4.6
    45 ratings
    Viator 32 · Tripadvisor 13

    91% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 41 of 45

    Star breakdown of all 45 ratings

    5 stars
    40 · 89%
    4 stars
    1 · 2%
    3 stars
    0 · 0%
    2 stars
    1 · 2%
    1 star
    3 · 7%

    What reviewers say

    Reviewers praise patient teaching and shooting practice; some report late or changed meeting details and poor communication.

    Praised

    • Patient teaching with individual corrections to stance and shooting technique
    • Plenty of opportunities to practise shooting after learning the basics
    • An introduction to Japanese archery traditions, including wearing the practice clothing
    • Beginners can take part without previous archery experience

    Complaints

    • Some find meeting details clear, while others report late or changed addresses and unanswered messages
    • Refunds refused after disputes over meeting arrangements or late confirmation
    • Some praise clear explanations, while others note limited spoken English
    • Bowstrings can strike the arm and cause bruising

    Written by Guidekin from the 43 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (24 February 2019 to 18 July 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.

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    Meeting point and route

    Meeting point

    Where
    【Important: About the Meeting Point】 Please note that Tokyo Station is "not" the actual meeting point. After your reservation is confirmed, we will send you a detailed message including the exact meeting point. Most of it is conveniently located within 30 minutes from central Tokyo.
    Departure
    08:30, 09:30, 10:00, 11:30, 12:30 on Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun; scheduled through December 2026 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
    Return
    This activity ends back at the meeting point
    Pickup
    No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
    Operator
    beautiful day tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

    About this tour, from the operator

    Walking, children and accessibility

    The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

    Walking and health

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Children

    • Age Limits: Participants must be 13+ years old.

    Accessibility

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Health & Safety: Not for those who are unwell, under the influence of alcohol, or have mobility difficulties. Please note that the facility is not wheelchair accessible.*

    Cancellation policy

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

    • 1+ days: Full refund
    • 0-1 days: No refund

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