--- title: The Art & Spirit of Authentic Japanese Archery (Kyudo) Experience lang: en type: tour city: Tokyo country: Japan price: 116 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.64 reviews: 45 duration_minutes: 150 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 23 of 24 (Samurai, Culture & Craft Workshops) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/japan/tokyo/tours/the-art-spirit-of-authentic-japanese-archery-kyudo-experience/ --- # The Art & Spirit of Authentic Japanese Archery (Kyudo) Experience **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 (table below). ## Overview --- A Privilege Denied to Most --- In the traditional world of Kyudo, beginners typically spend months practicing basic forms before ever being allowed to touch a target. This exclusive program breaks that barrier, granting you immediate access to the art under the guidance of a DAN-ranked master. --- The Authentic Path --- Experience Kyudo exactly as the locals do. You will train in a genuine, official dojo (archery hall) and shoot at a full 28-meter competition range. This is not a commercialized tourist attraction; it is an immersive journey into a living tradition alongside regular Japanese practitioners. --- The Art of the Bow --- Your journey begins with the transformation into a Kyudo practitioner. You will don the traditional professional uniform (Hakama), a moment that instantly refines your posture and sharpens your focus. Once dressed, you will be matched with a traditional bow and arrows tailored specifically to your physique. ## Before you book - Meeting point: 【Important: About the Meeting Point】… - 5 start times: between 08:30 and 12:30 - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €116 per person - Duration: 2h 30m - Rating: 4.64/5 from 45 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: beautiful day tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 08:30, 09:30, 10:00, 11:30, 12:30 - Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 4.64 from 45 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 91% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 41 of 45. - 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 (2019-02-24 to 2026-07-18); last checked 2026-11-08. ## What's included - All taxes included - Professional Guide Fee - Rental fee for a complete set of tools - Facility usage fee ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun - Departures: 08:30, 09:30, 10:00, 11:30, 12:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point 【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. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Meeting Point: Please note the meeting point is NOT Tokyo Station. We utilize various official dojos depending on the day; specific location details will be sent a few days before your session. - Age Limits: Participants must be 13+ years old. - Clothing Size: To prepare your Hakama, message us your style (Men's/Women's), height (cm), and waist (cm) on the day of booking. If our maximum sizes don't fit, you may wear your own clothes. - Dojo Rules & Tradition: Photography and video are restricted—please follow your guide’s instructions. - Accompanying Guests: Non-participating observers must pay an additional fee in advance. - 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.* - Punctuality: Session starts on time. Late arrivals cannot join* (*No refunds in these cases) ## Compared with other Samurai, Culture & Craft Workshops | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #23 of 24** | €116 | 2h 30m | 4.64 (45) | shared | | [Pixel Lab Tokyo: Gameboy Mod Workshop (Classic/Color/Advance/SP)](/japan/tokyo/tours/pixel-lab-tokyo-gameboy-mod-workshop-classic-color-advance-sp/?format=md) | €336 | 3h | 5.0 (221) | shared | | [Tokyo: Game Boy Mod Workshop in Akihabara (Original/Advance)](/japan/tokyo/tours/tokyo-game-boy-mod-workshop-in-akihabara-original-advance/?format=md) | €347 | 2h | 5.0 (177) | shared | | [Tokyo:Samurai Sword & Archery with a Master Swordsman](/japan/tokyo/tours/tokyo-samurai-sword-archery-with-a-master-swordsman/?format=md) | €174 | 3h | 5.0 (155) | shared | Ranked #23 of 24 in Samurai, Culture & Craft Workshops by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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