Samurai Sword Experience in Kyoto with 'The Last Samurai' Master Lee Murayama
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1 Std. 40 Min
Learn the art of the samurai sword in Kyoto with master Lee Murayama, a martial arts expert and actor from The Last Samurai.
Discover the history and evolution of Japanese swords, including their role in traditional fighting styles and modern film productions.
Watch a live sword demonstration, then practise basic movements, breathing techniques, and precise strikes with a wooden sword.
Try cutting newspaper with a replica sword, receive a certificate of participation, and take a commemorative photo with your instructor.
Workshop on Japanese swords
Demonstration by a martial arts master
Hands-on experience with sword techniques
Certificate of participation
Photo opportunity with the instructor
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
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Discover the art of the samurai sword in Kyoto with master Lee Murayama, a martial arts expert and actor from The Last Samurai. This 100-minute workshop combines Japanese sword history, a live demonstration, and hands-on practice to introduce you to the discipline and techniques behind traditional swordsmanship.
Getting started
Your experience begins with an introduction to the Japanese sword and its place in the country's history and culture. Meet your instructor, Lee Murayama, and learn how Japanese swords have evolved over time, from their use in traditional combat to the replica weapons featured in films and television dramas.
What to expect
The workshop starts with a closer look at real Japanese swords and the differences between traditional blades and imitation swords used in screen productions. Your instructor also explains how the sword has influenced Japanese customs, expressions, and cultural traditions.
Next, watch a demonstration of sword techniques performed with a real Japanese sword. The demonstration highlights the precision, concentration, and discipline required in swordsmanship, offering insight into the samurai approach to training the mind and body alongside technical skill.
The experience then moves to practical training. Using a wooden sword, practise basic movements while learning about body positioning, awareness, and breathing. Your instructor guides you through the principles of controlled, accurate strikes, helping you understand the technique behind each movement.
For the final activity, try cutting newspaper with a replica sword. Focus on the sword's trajectory and the appropriate amount of force needed to make a clean cut, putting the techniques introduced during the workshop into practice.
At the end of your samurai sword experience in Kyoto, receive a certificate of participation and take a commemorative photo with your instructor. You'll leave with a deeper understanding of Japanese swordsmanship, its cultural significance, and the discipline behind the art.
What to bring
Clothing: Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to practise basic sword movements during the workshop.
What’s not allowed
Age : Children under 10 years are not permitted to participate in this experience.
Additional information
Swords: The instructor demonstrates techniques using a real Japanese sword, while participants practise with imitation swords.
Workshop: The workshop covers the history of Japanese swords and the samurai's approach to mind, body, and technique.
Duration: The experience lasts approximately 100 minutes and includes a certificate of participation.
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