Japanese Archery Experience HIROSHIMA CASTLE SHARAKU
Description
Kyudo is a Japanese martial art based on shooting an arrow from a Japanese bow to a target to reach a complete focus of mind and body. The main difference of kyudo and western archery is that, in kyudo, every movement follows a traditional routine that pays respect to the equipment and to the opponent. You will come to the archery range and dress in an authentic kyudo uniform, which will include dogi—the upper wear—and hakama—the lower wear. I'll give a brief explanation about the art of kyudo as well as instructions and demonstrations. With the knowledge you'll gain, you will learn to shoot arrows at the target. You'll also understand the fun and challenging aspect of the sport, particularly while wearing the traditional hakama and armor. Usually in kyudo, you are not allowed to pull the arrow unless you master the basics. But during our lesson, you will be able to enjoy the real kyudo experience even as a complete beginner. It will be a great time if you are looking for a nice photo or movie to show to your friends.
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for those with arm, hand or shoulder injuries or disabilities
Reviews(454)
A great activity to do while in Hiroshima, a lot harder than it looks! But great fun all the same, lovely inside room and very helpful, respectful teachers
This was such a fun experience. I've always been interested in Kyudo (Japanese Archery) so this really was something I looked forward to. It was easy to find and the two teachers were wonderful. Very kind and helpful. I used the English service but even the teacher that only spoke Japanese was involved and helped me make adjustments. I really enjoyed my time and definitely recommend it to others!
We live in Florida and recently tried out a Kyudo (Japanese archery) experience with my husband and son! Since the guys don’t speak Japanese, we asked for English explanations.The instructors were amazing—they didn't just explain things in English, they also walked us through every single movement step-by-step. We were super nervous at first, but they totally put us at ease. We were so pumped when we actually hit the target!The place was spotless and had such a chill, relaxing vibe. A huge shoutout to the two female instructors for being so sweet and patient with us. We’d absolutely love to do this again sometime. Thanks for such an awesome time!
Great fun for my son and I this afternoon. The 2 ladies who ran it were friendly and charming
A wonderful experience. Very helpful, polite and patient staff. Would happily have spent another hour shooting arrows! Highly recommended.
Our Japanese Archery experience in Hiroshima was one of the most memorable activities of our trip to Japan. From the moment we arrived, the instructors were incredibly welcoming, patient, and passionate about sharing the history, philosophy, and traditions behind this beautiful martial art. What made this experience so special was that it was much more than simply learning how to shoot a bow. The instructors carefully guided us through every step, from proper posture and technique that make Japanese archery unique. If you're visiting Hiroshima and looking for a cultural experience beyond the usual sightseeing, I cannot recommend this highly enough. This was truly a highlight of our time in Japan and an experience we will never forget.
Amazing experience! Not only did they go through step by step on how to practice Japanese archery, but I was able to learn a little bit of the history and have a lot of fun! ありがとうございます！
Friendly staff explained everything clearly.
It was a great experience and would definitely recommend it!
Had a great time, my daughter and i participated in the japanese archery. The host were very nice and friendly, we dressed i. Traditional japanese outfits, so cool.
