Immerse in the spirit of the samurai and warrior culture from a samurai descendant
1.5 hour private experience
Location: Yayoi, Kanazawa
Offered in Japanese, with a friendly Deeper Japan guide interpreting in your language
A minimum of 2 guests is required to book. Solo participants are welcome but will be charged the 2-person rate
Meet the master
What you’ll do
Learn from a samurai descendant using real katana swords about the different part and role of the sword’s parts, as well as how to safely and meaningfully appreciate them. Next, learn how to hold and swing a sword, even practicing swings using a mock-blade. Then, change into Iaido clothing and learn the etiquette of Iai. In each part, you can have a photo session. Finally, Masahisa will demonstrate the art of Iaido.
Who can attend
Children must be 8+
Availability
Everyday except on Sundays
Session 1 (10:00 - 11:30)
Session 2 (11:30 - 13:00)
Session 3 (13:00 - 14:30)
Session 4 (14:30 - 16:00)
Session 5 (16:00 - 17:30)
Access
15 min taxi ride from Kanazawa station
Learn about the samurai way of thinking
Kanazawa has been rooted in samurai culture for generations, and this is evidenced in the daily lives of the city’s residents. From marriage to the manner of conducting business to a reverence for the Japanese sword, the way of the samurai permeates life here. Join us on a visit to the family that has been resident in Kanazawa since the Edo period, and has been collecting swords and conducting business since 1875. Learn about the samurai way of thinking as you meet Masahisa, a descendant of a samurai and katana sword collector, and hear the stories of swords passed from generation to generation. See the authentic heirloom swords of the samurai, touch them, and gain a true appreciation of them not simply as weapons, but also as deeply personal works of art - true instruments of Japanese cultural heritage.
Cancellation Policy
Please make your booking at least 7 days in advance. See cancellation policy here.
A detailed itinerary will be emailed to you once your booking has been confirmed.
