If you’re looking for unusual cultural experiences in Kyoto
All of these services can be booked, so you can plan your trip as you like!
Ninja Weapon Making Class at a Historic Mansion in Kyoto
You can experience making authentic weapons once used by real ninjas. The process includes sharpening and tempering iron to create high-quality steel weapons.
※Discount code for the linked service: HIROKOJAPAN
Samurai Experience & Kenbu Showin Kyoto
2-3 masters perform kenbu (sword dance) and senbu(folding fan dance) on stage with deteiled narrations. After the show, you can take photos with performers.
Gion Corner: Traditional Arts Performance
You can experience Japan’s traditional culture and performing arts—such as Kyoto dance by maiko, kyogen, bugaku, tea ceremony, ikebana, koto, bunraku, and noh—in just about an hour.
Casual Tea Ceremony in 100-Year-Old Machiya House in Kyoto
Enjoy a nostalgic and warm moment with this traditional Japanese matcha experience.Relax on the tatami mat and make your own matcha using tools carefully crafted by skilled artisans.
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