Top Tokyo Active & Outdoor Classes

Get an inside look into Japan’s ancient, traditional national sport: sumo wrestling. Travelers can find it hard to gain access to the wrestlers’ stables without local help. On this morning training tour you’ll see the athletes practicing, close up. Enjoy this exclusive insight into Japanese culture and history through this fascinating sport.

If you want a souvenir that is completely different to anything you might find in the shops, create your own in this glass blowing experience at the Tokyo Glass Art Institute. Choose what you want to create, as well as the color, shape, and design, and, under close instruction, create your own unique glass artwork.

Our experience involves Sumo Culture and learning about the Rituals in Japan. Join us as we explore the Culture of Sumo, a part of Japanese history that started over 1500 years ago. Experience the life of a Sumo warrior. Sumo was originally performed to entertain the Gods. We will practice the Rituals - Actually do the training - Actually have matches. We will be training and possibley see Rikishi train. Visit a local Restaurant and yell “Kanpai” Visit *Ejimasugiyama Shinto Shrine - and explore the secret cave where Samurai warriors prayed. Visit *Eko-in Buddhist Temple where two very powerful wishes come true. Travelling in Japan is guaranteed to produce more mind-blowing moments per minute than almost anywhere else in the world. Join us for our tours, Japan is worth it for the adventure in all of us. Travel will Change You, it's about Living life and loving every second.

Take a deep dive into the world of Japanese seafood during this tour of the outer Tsukiji Fish Market. Rub shoulders with Michelin-starred chefs as they shop for ingredients at this sprawling, 80-year-old market for all things aquatic. Investigate the various stalls selling fish, shellfish, and everything in between, and sample Japanese favorites such as sushi, fresh Tuna, and sake. A local guide and all food on the tour are included.

Get a taste of Japanese food and culture during this walking tour of Tokyo’s Shibuya district. Escape the tourist hordes as you eat like a Japanese local, sampling favorites like ‘okonomiyaki’ (savory egg pancakes), Wagyu beef skewers and more in the area’s off-the-beaten-path eateries and hangouts. Toast your adventure, and new friends, with an included glass of beer, ‘shochu’ (rice liquor) or soft drinks.

Explore Tokyo by electric bike on this guided adventure. Choose your ideal ride time—morning and afternoon—then hit the streets with a local cyclist and check out spots like Tokyo Station, Akihabara, Asakusa, Imperial Palace, and Ryogoku. Discover the city’s history, architecture, subcultures, and off-the-beaten spots on a fun ride around Japan’s capital city.

Join a full-day guided tour from Tokyo that travels to Mt Fuji, then continues to nearby Lake Ashi and the Mt Komagatake Ropeway. Enjoy the ease of comfortable transportation and a knowledgeable guide, who will accompany you to the revered Mt Fuji's 5th Station. Take a short boat cruise on Lake Ashi and climb by aerial tram to the top of Mt Komagatake for views of Mt Fuji. Return to Tokyo by bullet train in the evening after taking in some of Japan’s iconic highlights.

Take a closer look at the fascinating world of sushi, extending from the ocean to your plate, during this 4-hour sushi-making class and a visit to the outer Tsukiji fish market. Tour one of the world’s largest seafood markets with a guide as you learn how fish is caught, distributed, and sold. Then turn your attention to sushi-making, learning to prepare nigiri sushi with the help of a sushi master. Finish your experience by enjoying your creations for lunch.

Ultra-modern Tokyo still holds many old-fashioned surprises when you know where to go. On this 3-hour walking tour in the Ningyocho and Nihonbashi districts, your local guide shares hidden gems such as long-established shops that carry traditional musical instruments and incense. Learn about classic Japanese art forms and see vendors with stationery, calligraphy materials, gold-leaf decor and more. You'll also taste some favorite snacks while exploring a lesser-known side of Tokyo, traveling with a small group limited to 12 people for a personalized experience.

Step back in time to ancient Tokyo during this exploration of the city’s historic Yanaka district. Discover a different side of the sprawling Japanese capital that dates back to its Edo period of the 16th through 19th centuries, admiring the area’s charming mix of temples, springtime cherry blossoms, and timeless ‘reien’ (cemetery). A guide accompanies you on your visit, providing additional details about Japanese history and local culture.

Seeking out the well-concealed back-alley bars of Tokyo's Shinjuku district is notoriously tricky for outsiders. Take the guesswork out of your trip on this guided tour that takes you barhopping to Izakaya bars in two different alleyways—a small group of no more than eight people means that you can easily access tiny bars with just a few seats. Between drinks and snacks (included) your guide shares insights into local culture in this atmospheric part of the city.

Learn the ancient arts of the ninja during this fun-filled introduction to key ninja techniques, culture and weapons. Get suited up in an authentic ‘ninja gi’ outfit as you begin your mental and physical training with an instructor in the ways of the ninja. Among the skills you’ll learn during your session are meditation and ‘Kuja-kiri’ (well-wishing), the ‘Embu’ (ancestor dedication) and an introduction to ninja weapons like the blowgun and ‘shruiken’ (ninja star), among others. You’ll also gain a newfound appreciation for key ninja philosophies like protecting others, community and freedom and have plenty of time for photo-taking at the end.

Raise your sword like a true samurai warrior during this flexible-length training session in Tokyo. Discover the samurai practice of ‘Kenbu Tachibana Ittoryu’ style, a special sword performance that’s been around for more than 80 years. During your class you’ll don a samurai outfit and train with the ‘katana’ (single-edge samurai sword) and enjoy a photo shoot to help commemorate your experience. Your outfit rental, an instructor and photo and video footage from the session are included.

With this ticket, you can enjoy the Japanese dance show while receiving a set of matcha and sweets at EDOCCO Tea House. You can also participate in mini workshops (calligraphy, origami, Japanese costume cosplay, etc.) where you can experience various Japanese culture, which is always available at EDOCCO Chaya. We also offer various options for souvenirs, such as making accessories for knob work and making original calligraphy T-shirts.

Get your adrenaline pumping and make like a samurai during this 1.5-hour private sword lesson in Tokyo. Held in a ‘dōjō’ training center in Ginza, your lesson will be taught by a 7th-level sword master trained in the Hisui-style of of Iai sword drawing. You’ll learn about the history of curved katana swords and how to safely use them, before practicing chopping up mats with your own sword! You’ll even wear a traditional kimono like the samurai. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see part of Japan’s culture, up close.

This experience is unique experience. We will connect with zoom app, you can enjoy virtually while you are at home or any places where you are!

Follow the way of the samurai during this dynamic, hands-on workshop in Kendo, a form of traditional Japanese martial arts. All skill levels are welcome, and even beginners will master combat techniques by the end of the day. Test out your new moves in a mock tournament for a taste of ancient battle. The lesson includes a samurai-themed lunch in a Kendo restaurant and a visit to a traditional armor workshop.

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Professional Swordsmans will train you Every person who hasn't no idea about Japanese swordsmanhop will be welcomed. Skilled Teacher will give you the interesting and hands-on sword experience. Family training is available, They leaned and felt Japanese impression and tradition. You can touch real armor and sword. Master is collecting real armor and sword. these are museum collection value items.

Challenge yourself physically and mentally while learning the traditional Japanese martial art of aikido. The whole family enjoys a class in the customs and manners of aikido, gets a demonstration from a professional instructor, and tries out the basic movements and spirit of this martial art. Easily schedule this activity into your itinerary with class times between 9 am and 9 pm.

If you’re interested in martial arts, no visit to Japan is complete without trying your hand at karate, an art that’s been practiced for thousands of years. During this hands-on cultural experience, you’ll learn the etiquette and basic movements of karate from a professional sensei (karate teacher). This experience is suitable for travelers with little or no previous experience.

Hello, everyone ! I'm the master and founder of our Samurai Art - BUGAKU 武楽. It's the dynamic performing arts; the cultural fusion of Japanese traditional martial arts and Japanese traditional performing arts like Noh-theatre that Samurai practiced and loved. "Great Performance! This is the Art!" - by Guccio Gucci the 4th With over 30-year martial arts experience, I've taught BUGAKU for 15 years to Japanese and foreign students, and performed all around the world such as London, Florence, Berlin, Paris, Moscow, Jerusalem, Shanghai, San Paulo and more. I received three Higashi-Kuninomiya Imperial Awards for the international cultural and peaceful contribution in Japan, and in 2019, received the 1st prize selected by the audience in the international theatrical prize in Milan ! And we've been hosting Samurai Experience in Tokyo for 3 years. We can offer you the unique and interesting Samurai Experience, even at your home! We are very looking forward to practice together !

There is no other place in Tokyo where you can throw real Shuriken. Ninjas used to use star-shaped iron Shurikens. In this class, you can throw real iron Shurikens and learn how to throw them properly from a ninja instructor who is actually trained in Shuriken. 玩具ではない本物の手裏剣を投げることが出来ます。 手裏剣の投げ方をトレーニングを受けた忍者スタッフが教えます。

The programs offered by Samurai Theater Tokyo are all genuine, including samurai, tools, places and history. If you want to get acquainted with the real Japanese culture and spirituality, or if you are interested, please come up. One program accepts up to 20 people for "Samurai Show" and 10 people for "Samurai Experience". As even one person accepts, please feel free to come. The area of Kagurazaka where the dojo is located is close to Edo Castle and is known as the city where many samurai lived during the Samurai era. Kagurazaka is a town with a long history, so there are many old buildings such as temples and shrines, so it is an area that is very popular with Japanese people. Although there are still few foreign tourists, many tourists are now paying attention and it is said that this area will grow as a tourist spot in the future. Nearby Sotobori Park is famous for cherry blossoms and is full of people during the cherry blossom season.