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Kendo Experience: English-Speaking Instructor
5.0
65 Ratings
Osaka
Have the opportunity to train with a Kendo teacher who communicates in simple English. You will be given a comprehensive Kendo exposure that is ideally suited for a maiden visit to Japan, from mastering basic Kendo manners to getting acquainted with and utilizing armor.
Have the opportunity to train with a Kendo teacher who communicates in simple English. You will be given a comprehensive Kendo exposure that is ideally suited for a maiden visit to Japan, from mastering basic Kendo manners to getting acquainted with and utilizing armor.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- 2-1 Ōsakajō - You can practice Kendo, “Unify your spirits”,”Manners” and “Lifelong Kendo”. These three benefits can be created as a kendo. You can learn not only how to hit and competitiveness, but also the history of kendo and etiquette as material arts. And you also touch the spiritual and cultural aspects. Please feel the practice of kendo from experience your mind, skill and body.
- 2-1 Ōsakajō - You can practice Kendo, “Unify your spirits”,”Manners” and “Lifelong Kendo”. These three benefits can be created as a kendo. You can learn not only how to hit and competitiveness, but also the history of kendo and etiquette as material arts. And you also touch the spiritual and cultural aspects. Please feel the practice of kendo from experience your mind, skill and body.

What's Included
- All Kendo Equipment
- Bottled water
- Free Kendo towel
- All Kendo Equipment
- Bottled water
- Free Kendo towel
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup/drop off
- Food
- Hotel pickup/drop off
- Food
Location
Shigino Hall
It will be about 10 minutes from JR Kyobashi station
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(65 Ratings)
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Arinze
Dec 1, 2025
Fun active experience - I’ve seen a lot of references to kendo and sword fighting in anime but it was really fun to be able to experience it first hand. We did some warm ups, then learns the stances. Then we practiced different swings and had a quick sparring session. Maeda-san was an excellent host. He is very skilled with kendo. I can barely keep up with his movements when we sparred.
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Brontel93
Oct 27, 2025
Brilliant cultural experience - Brilliant experience- our teacher was very passionate about his sport and taught our small group very well. He helped us get correctly dresses, taught us etiquette and Japanese stretching before a well paced lesson in the basic movements. We went on to do trial strikes before playing a few games. Overall it was a brilliant experience and I would highly recommend for anyone wanting to experience a local sport with a long history.
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Freedom11776388836
Oct 25, 2025
Customer Satisfaction - We had a very important guest from Germany, and they were very happy with the very polite and easy explanation and training. I was faintly worried (sorry), but it was a total disaster, and I'll take advantage of it if I get another chance!
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220mackenzien
Sep 12, 2025
Fun Kendo Samurai Experience - Instructor was very nice and well informed. The class was very informative and fun. It was a great experience learning more about the history of kendo and being taught how to perform kendo.
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Carlym729
Sep 10, 2025
Unique Japanese experience - Kosei was a fantastic Kendo teacher. He was very encouraging and patient and built everything up in an easy to understand way.
He took photos and videos of us along the way. It was a great experience although hard work!
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Sightseer40881228177
Aug 31, 2025
good - On this SAMURAI TRIP, my friends and I had a great time, and I gained a lot from it. The teacher was very kind and patient, and often encouraged us. There are basically no communication barriers, and the teacher's English is fluent and easy to understand. The price is slightly expensive, but the experience is very good.
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Sherpa58587035841
Jul 23, 2025
- Super fun and instructive! It requires some phisical effort, though not very intense. The sensei was very nice and patient. I loved the experience!
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Michael_l
Jun 20, 2025
Kendo in Osaka - Great experience. The instructor was very attentive and he introduced Kendo through a masterful step-by-step process. Would recommend. I went solo but a tourist family also attended which made the experience a lot more enjoyable.
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Sonya_p
May 26, 2025
Kendo in Osaka - We had an excellent experience learning the basics of Kendo. Our instructor was knowledgeable and enthusiastic. It was a great way to learn about the culture and get a good workout.
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S3049vkdavidl
Apr 23, 2025
Best kendo experience - Best hands on experience ever (and I’ve done Samuri, ninja).
Really appreciate Sensai 前田. I particularly enjoyed the real sparring I had with a teacher. Truly a memorable time for me and my 8yo son.
Awesome workout with alot of culture. 10/10
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