Product ID: 98249578
Kyoto: Samurai Kenbu Traditional Sword Dancing Show
Kyoto: Samurai Kenbu Traditional Sword Dancing Show
Kyoto: Samurai Kenbu Traditional Sword Dancing Show
Kyoto: Samurai Kenbu Traditional Sword Dancing Show
Kyoto: Samurai Kenbu Traditional Sword Dancing Show
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Kyoto: Samurai Kenbu Traditional Sword Dancing Show

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Depart from Kyoto
E-voucher
Gather at Meet-Up Point
English / Japanese
Duration: 1 hr
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Highlights

Hear about the responsibility of carrying a Samurai sword
See traditional tales played out on stage with an English narration
Watch Kenbu demonstrations and discover the practices of the Samurai
Itinerary
Journey back in time more than 700 years to Japan's feudal period and see a sword dance that depicts the grace, beauty, and strength of a legendary samurai.

Arrive at the Samurai Kenbu Theater and take off your shoes in accordance with the local traditions. Take your seat to listen to a performer narrate an introduction about the history and techniques of Kenbu. Watch a series of Kenbu demonstrations, each with a short history about Samurai culture between the 12th and 19th centuries.

Admire traditional style and new-style Kenbu.
Each performer swing their sword in a series of complex movements to represent the scene, while following the poems recited by samurai before heading to the battlefield.

See the techniques used with the folding fan, too.

After the show, when the performers return, take out your camera and capture the heroic of the samurai.

The mini-experience begins.
Pick up a sword, slowly pull out the scabbard and grasp the blade. At the instructor's command, swing the sword gently at first, then gradually and more forcefully. If there is time, you will also have the opportunity to learn how to use a fan, a necessity for a samurai.
Product details
Learn the art of the Samurai warriors at a show in Kyoto. Be amazed at the grace and techniques of a traditional sword dance that celebrates the ancient culture of Japan's warrior class.
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What's included
Kenbu show
Samurai Kenbu Theater entry fee
Short sword lesson
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Eligibility
Adult: Age 12 to 99
Child: Age 1 to 11
How to use
Redemption location:
 
Japan, 605-0005 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Sanchome, 35-7 GOZANビル 地下1階 三条花見小路東入ル
Change & cancellation policies
If a cancellation request is submitted before 16:15, 1 day(s) prior to the date of use, no cancellation fee will be charged.
If a cancellation request is submitted after 16:15 1 day(s) before the date of use, a fee of 100% will be charged.
If a discount is applied, the cancellation fee will be calculated based on the original price before the discount and will not exceed the amount paid.
Partial refund is not available.
Important note

• Confirmation will be received at the time of booking

• We will confirm your reservation name at the reception on the day.

• Please refrain from taking photos or videos during the show.

• If you wish to cancel a reservation, you must do so yourself on GetYourGuide.

• No room for large luggage or travel bags.

• There is no waiting room. Those without an appointment cannot wait in the room.

• Please refrain from visiting us under the influence of alcohol.

Good to know:

• Confirmation will be received at the time of booking

• If you wish to cancel a reservation, you must do so yourself on GetYourGuide.

• No room for large luggage or travel bags.

• Please refrain from taking photos or videos during the show.

• Please refrain from visiting us under the influence of alcohol.

• There is no waiting room. Those without an appointment cannot wait in the room.

• We will confirm your reservation name at the reception on the day.

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