Experience judo taught by an all-Japan judo champion and local dojo head instructor
1.5 hour private experience
Location: Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo
Offered in Japanese, with a friendly Deeper Japan guide interpreting in your language
Meet the Master
What you’ll do
Learn about the origins and history of judo. Then, dress in the gi, or training outift, and learn standard judo techniques alongside demonstrations by the head instructor.
Who can attend
Children must be 10+
What to wear
Judo clothing will be provided, but both men and women should wear a t-shirt or tightly fitted training wear underneath.
For women, leggings are recommended.
Please avoid any clothing with zippers or otherwise moving parts.
What else you should know
Please refrain from wearing make-up.
Excessive jewelry and long nails are not allowed.
Please inform us about your gender, age, height, clothing size, and judo experience at checkout.
This allows the host to provide appropriately sized judo wear and offer training according to your experience.
Availability
Everyday
Session 1 (10:00 - 11:30)
Session 2 (13:00 - 14:30)
Session 3 (15:00 - 16:30)
Access
About 15 to 25 minutes by car from Tokyo Station
Shifting the Weight
Derived from jujitsu techniques, judo is an internationally known Japanese martial art that involves throwing techniques, with a focus on flexibility over brute force. In contrast, jujitsu was a series of techniques meant to injure or end your opponent on the battlefield, developed during the Warring States era in Japanese history, when battles were part of daily life. The founder of judo, Jigoro Kano, sought to create a "way" of hand-to-hand martial arts that did not rely on brute force alone; a "way" that matched the more peaceful times heralded by the opening of Japan to the rest of the world, during the Meiji era. At this local dojo tucked away amidst the office buildings of central Tokyo, experience the soft yet firm martial art that is judo. Join the head instructor, an all-Japan judo champion, and learn step-by-step how to do some of the standard throwing techniques utilized in judo.
Cancellation Policy
Please make your booking at least 14 days in advance. See cancellation policy here.
A detailed itinerary will be emailed to you once your booking has been confirmed.
