Learn about the martial art of Kendo from a professional instructor.

Experience Kendo in Okinawa

2.5 hours

Easy

In this experience you will learn about Kendo, a modern martial art that holds its origins in the ancient sword fighting style of the Samurai. 

Learn about the martial art of Kendo from a professional instructor.

In this experience you will learn about Kendo, a modern martial art that holds its origins in the ancient sword fighting style of the Samurai.
At the beginning of the lesson you will change into a Samurai uniform and learn how to bow correctly for a Kendo match. Discover a Dojo of tranquility, learn about Kendo etiquette and practice with a bamboo sword.
Get to know Kendo and Samurai history better while learning different Kendo fighting techniques. Your newly learned sword techniques will be put to the test in a Kendo match at the end of the lesson!

You can start this experience at the following places.
Okinawa Prefectural Budokan

〒900-0026 JP Okinawa 52 Onoyamacho, Naha

What do I need to bring?

  • Please wear comfortable clothing.
  • If you wear glasses please change to contact lenses, as you will be wearing a head protector.
  • Shower rooms are available depending on the venue. Please bring your own towel and a change of clothes.

please note

  • As need to provide the right equipment and size, please let us know the  gender and height of all participants (in cm).
  • Please follow the guide’s instruction during the program. We shall not be responsible for any accident caused by disregard for the instructions.
  • The Dojo or Training place is sacred place for Samurai training, please do not make unnecessary noise and touch things without being instructed.
  • Groups with minimal participants may in certain circumstances, merged with other groups. Please take note.
  • The amount of time allocated for the experience is only an approximation, the whole program might require more or less time depending on situations. Please ensure you have enough time to participate without rushing.
  • Not recommended for pregnant people.
  • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions.

What's included?

  • Professional Kendo guide/instructor
  • Rental Fees for Kendo Uniform and Equipment
  • Free Kendo Towel
  • Free Bottled Water (under 10 participants)

Exclusions

  • Transportation Fees to/from the meeting point
  • Food

more info

Experience type

Day tour / activity

Booking in advance

Cut off: 1 week

Duration

2.5 hours

Live tour guide

Difficulty

Easy

Know before you go

Minimum age of participants is: 9

Cancellation policy

  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 6 days or less before the event

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