[Template] Special Samurai Experience - Learn the Spirit of Martial Arts

Overview

Why not experience being a real "samurai" in Senan City?
This is not just a sightseeing experience, but a unique and special experience where you can learn the spirit of the samurai and feel the spirit of martial arts that lives on in modern times.

Based on "Toyama-ryu Iaibatto-do," a traditional martial arts style from Sennan City, we offer an experience that values historical background and spirituality.
The moment you pick up a sword, you too become a fine samurai.
You can unify mind, body, and spirit, and experience the spirit of the samurai.

Experience details

1. Getting dressed in samurai attire.
2. Calm your mind through seated meditation.
3. A Guide to Toyama-ryu Seppōjutsu
4. Completion Examination and Issuance of Completion Certificate
5. Commemorative photos and original merchandise

The appeal of experience.

• A unique and special experience like no other (using a genuine iaito sword)
• Emphasis on spirituality (including a seated meditation experience to calm the mind)
• Learning about history and culture (Introduction to the background of Toyama-ryu Iaibatto-do)

Experience Details

Duration: 3 hours Number of participants: 4-20 people Price: 35,000 yen (tax included)
Venue: Tanega Shrine, Izumisano ICP (scheduled for December 2024)
Multilingual Support: English and Chinese support provided by the Izumisano Regional Interpreters and Tour Guides Association.

Time Schedule

10:00-10:30 Dressing in traditional Japanese clothing (kimono)
10:30-11:00 Zazen (seated meditation) experience
11:00-12:00 Basic instruction in sword-drawing techniques.
12:00-12:30 Completion Test
12:30-13:00 Commemorative photo session and certificate of completion ceremony

Response to inclement weather

Indoor facilities such as the Tarui Community Center and the Shindai Community Center in Sennan City will be used.

How to make a reservation

Reservations required in advance via the official website (reservations accepted up to 2 days prior).

Cancellation Policy

Up to 7 days before the event date: Free
6 days to 2 days before the event date: 50% of the fee.
Cancellation on the day before or on the day of the event, or cancellation without notice: 100% of the fee.

Voices of Participants

"The experience of using a sword was very authentic, and I felt like I was a real samurai."
 "I was impressed by the flow of events, where they would calm their minds through seated meditation before handling the sword."