Train in martial arts with a samurai family
Train with a martial arts master: 40 years of experience, licensed in Japan's oldest surviving sword school. He founded Bugaku, a rare art blending sword, Noh, and tea. See real samurai armor up close
Listing highlights
What you’ll do
The samurai legacy stands as a testament to centuries of honor, discipline, and artistry. Experience this tradition and train in samurai arts at a private dojo in Shinagawa. You’ll change into a hakama, learn proper etiquette and posture, practice footwork and controlled movements, and use a bamboo practice sword for kata training.
The session focuses on technique, breathing, and form. A slow-motion video of your kata is included, along with uniform, equipment, photos, and dojo access.
This experience is hosted in English and Japanese.
4.95 out of 5 stars, from 330 reviews
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Upcoming availability
Where we’ll meet
Shinagawa
140-0001, Tokyo Prefecture, Shinagawa City, Japan
I am the master and founder of BUGAKU, an organization that blends samurai martial arts with traditional performing arts. With 40 years of experience, I have performed in London, Florence, Berlin, Paris, Moscow, Jerusalem, Shanghai, and São Paulo. I have received many awards and use my training to cultivate inner peace, discipline, and the true samurai spirit.
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Things to know
Guest requirements
Guests ages 4 and up can attend, up to 10 guests total.
Activity level
The activity level for this experience is light and the skill level is beginner.
What’s included
All gear and equipment listed on the page
Accessibility
No extreme sensory stimuli, Quiet retreat space available
Cancellation policy
Cancel at least 1 day before the start time for a full refund.
Workouts with knowledgeable hosts
Workouts are led by athletes, trainers, and other hosts who showcase what makes the city unique.
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Free cancellation
What you’ll do
The samurai legacy stands as a testament to centuries of honor, discipline, and artistry. Experience this tradition and train in samurai arts at a private dojo in Shinagawa. You’ll change into a hakama, learn proper etiquette and posture, practice footwork and controlled movements, and use a bamboo practice sword for kata training.
The session focuses on technique, breathing, and form. A slow-motion video of your kata is included, along with uniform, equipment, photos, and dojo access.
This experience is hosted in English and Japanese.
4.95 out of 5 stars, from 330 reviews
Some reviews have been automatically translated.
Upcoming availability
Where we’ll meet
Shinagawa
140-0001, Tokyo Prefecture, Shinagawa City, Japan
I am the master and founder of BUGAKU, an organization that blends samurai martial arts with traditional performing arts. With 40 years of experience, I have performed in London, Florence, Berlin, Paris, Moscow, Jerusalem, Shanghai, and São Paulo. I have received many awards and use my training to cultivate inner peace, discipline, and the true samurai spirit.
To help protect your payment, always use Airbnb to send money and communicate with hosts.
Train in martial arts with a samurai family
Train with a martial arts master: 40 years of experience, licensed in Japan's oldest surviving sword school. He founded Bugaku, a rare art blending sword, Noh, and tea. See real samurai armor up close
Listing highlights
Things to know
Guest requirements
Guests ages 4 and up can attend, up to 10 guests total.
Activity level
The activity level for this experience is light and the skill level is beginner.
What’s included
All gear and equipment listed on the page
Accessibility
No extreme sensory stimuli, Quiet retreat space available
Cancellation policy
Cancel at least 1 day before the start time for a full refund.
Workouts with knowledgeable hosts
Workouts are led by athletes, trainers, and other hosts who showcase what makes the city unique.
See an issue?