Japanese Sword Demonstration with Tea Ceremony, Japanese Calligraphy and Kimono Fitting OptionsCity, Historical and Theme Tours
Beauty of Japan
Japanese Sword Demonstration with Tea Ceremony, Japanese Calligraphy and Kimono Fitting Options City, Historical and Theme Tours
- Tokyo, Japan
- €129.00 / person
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About this experience
DURATION: 3 hours (All 4 experiences)STARTING TIME: 1.00 pm
MEETING POINT: HiSUi Tokyo, 104-0061 Chuo City
LANGUAGES: English, Japanese
MOBILE TICKET: Use your phone or print your ticket
OPENING SEASONS: All year round, daily
WHO CAN COME: Japanese Sword demonstration is suitable for anyone above the age of 15
Overview
Watch a breathtaking demonstration by your instructor, a skilled professional, at a school devoted to traditional Japanese arts and culture, and then like an authentic samurai try handling the sword, a real Katana, yourself. Feel like a real Japanese and put on a kimono, join a tea ceremony, and try your hand at shodo calligraphy on optional upgrades of your tour.
◾ Enjoy an exciting Japanese sword demonstration and experience the famous samurai culture
◾ Try your skills on calligraphy with an upgrade of your tour and learn the secrets of this ancient art
◾ Experience an optional Japanese tea ceremony and learn all about the symbolism and its strict rules
◾ Feel like a real Japanese and put on a kimono helped by experienced dressers
About this experience
DURATION: 3 hours (All 4 experiences)STARTING TIME: 1.00 pm
MEETING POINT: HiSUi Tokyo, 104-0061 Chuo City
LANGUAGES: English, Japanese
MOBILE TICKET: Use your phone or print your ticket
OPENING SEASONS: All year round, daily
WHO CAN COME: Japanese Sword demonstration is suitable for anyone above the age of 15
Description - What to expect
Japanese Sword demonstrationThe professional instructor will demonstrate to you the art of shizan (trial cutting). You will be able to learn the basics of the samurai movements using a real katana sword. During the demonstration use the katana sword to cut Tatami mats. For guests who wish to feel like authentic samurai, they will have the opportunity to do so under the watchful eye of the experienced instructor.
Sado Experience
The Japanese tea ceremony is the way of preparing and drinking green tea in a traditional tearoom on a tatami floor. The main purpose of this tradition is to give respect and hospitality to the guests. In the past, the tea ceremony played a significant role in the samurai warriors' culture and it was strictly observed by both the host and the guests. Sit down for your Sado experience and learn how to properly enjoy the sweets and bitter matcha green tea of this elaborate custom.
Japanese Calligraphy
Japanese calligraphy is the art of writing by hand to create letters or symbols using brushes and ink. Japanese calligraphy originates from Chinese writing and symbols that date back to 2000 years ago. During that time Japan did not have any written form of language so they used Chinese characters adapting them to the Japanese character.
During your class learn the correct body posture, and how to hold the brush. Take time to practice your skills by studying different brush strokes. You will also have the chance to write your own name in Japanese characters as well.
Kimono Experience Option
Immerse yourself even more in Japanese culture by joining in a kimono dressing. Experienced dressers will help you through the intricate process of donning the kimono's many layers and tying the obi belt. Men can try on haori-hakama, which features wide, trouser-like bottoms and a light jacket on top.
Free Cancellation
Free cancellation is available for this Japanese sword demonstration up to 7 days before that start of the experienceWhat's included, what's not
✔ Authentic Japanese sword experience✔ Tea Ceremony experience (optional)
✔ Japanese Calligraphy class (optional)
✔ Kimono Fitting session (optional)
✔ All necessary equipment
✔ All taxes, fees, and handling charges
✖ Food and beverage
✖ Hotel pickup and drop-off
Health and safety
✔ Provider complies with local legislation and applicable health recommendations with regard to Covid-19 prevention measuresDescription - What to expect
Japanese Sword demonstrationThe professional instructor will demonstrate to you the art of shizan (trial cutting). You will be able to learn the basics of the samurai movements using a real katana sword. During the demonstration use the katana sword to cut Tatami mats. For guests who wish to feel like authentic samurai, they will have the opportunity to do so under the watchful eye of the experienced instructor.
Sado Experience
The Japanese tea ceremony is the way of preparing and drinking green tea in a traditional tearoom on a tatami floor. The main purpose of this tradition is to give respect and hospitality to the guests. In the past, the tea ceremony played a significant role in the samurai warriors' culture and it was strictly observed by both the host and the guests. Sit down for your Sado experience and learn how to properly enjoy the sweets and bitter matcha green tea of this elaborate custom.
Japanese Calligraphy
Japanese calligraphy is the art of writing by hand to create letters or symbols using brushes and ink. Japanese calligraphy originates from Chinese writing and symbols that date back to 2000 years ago. During that time Japan did not have any written form of language so they used Chinese characters adapting them to the Japanese character.
During your class learn the correct body posture, and how to hold the brush. Take time to practice your skills by studying different brush strokes. You will also have the chance to write your own name in Japanese characters as well.
Kimono Experience Option
Immerse yourself even more in Japanese culture by joining in a kimono dressing. Experienced dressers will help you through the intricate process of donning the kimono's many layers and tying the obi belt. Men can try on haori-hakama, which features wide, trouser-like bottoms and a light jacket on top.