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A person in traditional attire holding a bow and arrow, standing in front of a stone pillar. 2
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Kyoto: Samurai Workshop and Zen Garden Family Friendly Tour

By Local Insight Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$708 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Immerse yourself in the world of samurai with a hands-on workshop
  • Learn the etiquette and movements of Japan’s legendary warriors
  • Practice safe sword techniques while hearing stories of honour
  • Visit Nanzen-ji Temple, one of Kyoto’s great Zen landmarks
  • Stroll through expansive gardens and discover Zen architecture

Activity location

    • Kyoto
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Jl. Taman Pesona Kyoto No.D7, RW.28, Nagrak, Kec. Gn. Putri, Kabupaten Bogor, Jawa Barat 16968, Indonesia
    • Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

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Kyoto: Samurai Workshop and Zen Garden Family Friendly Tour

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English
Starting time: 8:00 PM
Price details
NZ$708.33 x 2 AdultsNZ$1,416.66
Total
Price is NZ$1,416.66
Until Sun, 16 Aug

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Samurai sword workshop
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to Nanzen-ji Temple
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided walk through Zen gardens
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Family-friendly cultural storytelling
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transport to the meeting point
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Weapons or sharp objects
  • Not suitable for: Children under 6 years

What you can expect

Bring history to life on this family-friendly Kyoto adventure. Begin with a hands-on samurai workshop, where you’ll learn the etiquette, stories, and movements of Japan’s legendary warriors. Children and adults alike can try safe sword techniques while discovering the values of honour and discipline. Then slow the pace with a visit to Nanzen-ji Temple, a grand Zen landmark known for its tranquil gardens, towering gate, and serene aqueduct. This balance of action and calm creates an unforgettable cultural journey.

Location

Activity location

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    • Kyoto
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Jl. Taman Pesona Kyoto No.D7, RW.28, Nagrak, Kec. Gn. Putri, Kabupaten Bogor, Jawa Barat 16968, Indonesia
    • Kyoto Prefecture, Japan