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Samurai Experience Mugai Ryu Iaido in Tokyo
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $148 / person
- Location
- Tokyo, Japan
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 50 reviews
- Group
- Small group, up to 8
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Beauty of Japan
- Meeting point
- Leave at the Kuramae station Exit A0 turn right and go straight you will see a cross road, go across the cross road, turn right ,go straight about two blocks, you will see the Scop21 building at your left side, and it is at 3rd floor.
Description
Master Takeda and Iai-Mugairyu Master Takeda Hougyoku is the head of the International Iaido Organization Hougyoku-kai. The largest mugairyu organization, and practices the purest, most traditionally faithful form of Mugairyu. He is recognized globally having received accolades from the Order of the Scottish Samurai and appeared in a promotion video given by Tokyo at an international convention. You need years of experience practicing Iai before you will be able to safely wield a real sword. The use of a real katana by an inexperienced swordsman presents both the risk of injury to yourself and the participants around you and the risk of bending or damaging the sword. Even if you have insurance, it is impossible to erase the damage of any accident that may occur. Therefore, to prevent any accidents and provide peace of mind for everyone – you, the other participants, the teachers, etc. involved, we will only use mock katana in this experience.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9 times a day, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 20+)
- $148
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 4:53 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Instructor(Engish speaking)
Japanese sword rental
Rental hakama (samurai clothing)
Not included
Pick-up and drop-off at tourist attractions
Pick-up and drop-off at hotels
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
50 reviews
How it compares in Tokyo
- Rated higher than 74% of 1,004 reviewed tours in Tokyo
- Starting price $148 is 89% above the typical $79 for tours of similar length in Tokyo
Excurgo comparison of 4,170 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Samurai Experience Mugai Ryu Iaido in Tokyo take?
Samurai Experience Mugai Ryu Iaido in Tokyo lasts about 1 hour.
How much does Samurai Experience Mugai Ryu Iaido in Tokyo cost?
Prices start at $148 per person for this Tokyo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Samurai Experience Mugai Ryu Iaido in Tokyo run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 9 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Can I cancel Samurai Experience Mugai Ryu Iaido in Tokyo for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Leave at the Kuramae station Exit A0 turn right and go straight you will see a cross road, go across the cross road, turn right ,go straight about two blocks, you will see the Scop21 building at your left side, and it is at 3rd floor. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Samurai Experience Mugai Ryu Iaido in Tokyo worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 50 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Beauty of Japan.
Reviews(50)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
7
A fantastic and memorable experience
Fantastic experience! The staff were very friendly and welcoming, and the whole experience was fun, interesting, and well organized. I really enjoyed learning more about Japanese culture and getting to try it myself. Definitely a memorable part of my trip to Tokyo. Highly recommended!
M
new experience in Japan
Good experience with great and patient teachers
R
Awesome Samurai experience
Awesome experience. Very knowledgeable and entertaining. You get to learn about the history of samurai, see a demonstration and participate as well. Perfect amount of time and very reasonable for the price.
C
Great Samurai experience
Great experience! Great guide who takes you through the history of Samurai and leads you through demonstrations. Recommend going!
M
Samurai experience
Best traditional samurai experience
D
Extraordinary experience!!!
Giuliano kumashiro was an outstanding host and instructor. I highly recommend it, the highlight of our trip to Tokyo!
C
The Way of the Samurai
Lots of fun for whole family. We learned a lot about Japanese sword culture.
J
A great Iaido experience!
Thank you for a great experience! It was very interesting to see and hear about mugai ryu Iaido and I hope to do it again. The lesson is in english so it is easy to follow. Well recommended.
E
Fantastic experience
We had an amazing experience with Hugyoku sensei! Thank you so much! Definitely one for the books!
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