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Kumamoto Samurai Experience Niten Ichi ryu Iaido and Zazen

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Kumamoto Samurai Experience Niten Ichi ryu Iaido and Zazen

About this activity

Experience the ultimate samurai journey in Kumamoto with this premium full-day program! Begin your day at an authentic martial arts dojo, putting on traditional training robes to learn Iaido directly from Grandmaster Matsunaga—the 18th-generation successor of Miyamoto Musashi's original school, Niten Ichi-ryu. After enjoying matcha, watching a live demonstration, and practicing swordsmanship, receive a personalized Samurai Certificate and exclusive tenugui towel. In the afternoon, travel to Ungan-zenji Temple, where Musashi wrote his masterwork, The Book of Five Rings. Explore rare artifacts in the Treasure House and walk past stone statues of the Five Hundred Arhats to Reigando Cave. Conclude with a peaceful zazen meditation session inside the Main Hall. By combining "Motion" (Iaido) and "Stillness" (Zazen), you will discover Bushido philosophy and build an unshakeable inner core to navigate today's fast-paced world.

What's included

  • ✓Admission Fee
  • ✓Certificate of completion
  • ✓Zazen Session Fee
  • ✓Robe / Meditation attire rental
  • ✓Original tenugui (traditional Japanese towel)
  • ✓Guide Fee

Not included

  • ✕Transportation to/from the meeting point

Meeting and pickup

  • From Kumamoto Castle: 15-minute walk From Fukuoka Airport: Approx. 1 hour 50 minutes by car From Fukuoka (Hakata Station): Approx. 30 minutes by Shinkansen (Bullet Train) Please head directly to the 3rd floor

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing suitable for zazen (seated meditation).
  • Please wear comfortable walking shoes (no heels or sandals).
  • As a rule, spectating-only participation is not accepted.
  • Please follow the instructor's directions when handling the sword (replica).
  • The zazen (meditation) session will take place in the Main Hall of Ungan-zenji Temple.
  • The tour runs rain or shine. In the event of severe weather, the event will be canceled, and an email notification will be sent by 6:00 PM the day before. (A full refund will be provided.)
  • Luggage storage is not available. Please keep your valuables with you at all times.
  • Eating and drinking are strictly prohibited inside the temple grounds and cave (except for hydration).
  • Private taxi transfers between Musashi Building and Unganzenji Temple are available upon request (payable on-site). Please contact us if interested.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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