"It was super fun with Shin. My son and I really enjoyed it."
Sword Class · Kanazawa
Samurai Sword Lesson in Kanazawa — Private Swordsmanship at a Temple
A private swordsmanship lesson at an old temple — change into a samurai kimono and train one-on-one with a sword master in a 400-year-old samurai town.
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$83
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Free cancellation
- 5.0 / 5 57+ Reviews
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The Experience
What Makes This Samurai & Ninja Experience Special
Everything that makes this a must-book samurai or ninja experience.
Highlights
- Feel the thrill of becoming a samurai in the historic town of Kanazawa
- Learn the basics of swordsmanship from a master in a private setting
- Wear a traditional samurai kimono and immerse yourself in the experience
- Enjoy a private lesson in a rented temple for an authentic atmosphere
- Receive training photos to remember your unique experience
What's Included
- Samurai kimono rental
- Swordmanship lesson
- Training videos and images(I'll email you the photos later.)
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Meet Your Local Host
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Taste the Real Kanazawa
Feel the thrill of becoming a samurai in the historic town of Kanazawa
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Kanazawa Samurai Sword Classes — Compared
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| Starting Price | From $83/per person | Varies | Varies |
| Rating | 5.0★ (57) | 4.5+★ | 4.0+★ |
| Free Cancellation | Yes | Most | Most |
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Sword Class · Kanazawa
About Kanazawa Sword Lessons
Kanazawa’s sword lesson is the quiet one in this comparison: a private swordsmanship class held at an old temple, rented for the session so the setting stays yours. You begin by changing into a traditional samurai kimono, then learn the basics of swordsmanship — the techniques and the discipline behind them — under the guidance of a skilled sword master.
The format is compact and clearly structured: 10 minutes for the kimono, a 10-minute explanation, 30 minutes of hands-on practice, and a 10-minute commemorative photo session — 60 minutes in all, with the training photos emailed to you afterwards. Kanazawa itself, a samurai town with 400 years of history, is the backdrop.
It holds a perfect 5.0★ rating from 57 reviews and starts at $83 per person — the private setting at a fraction of what private sword training costs elsewhere in this comparison. Pair it with a walk through the city’s preserved samurai quarter while you’re here.
Also in Kanazawa: Samurai Experience Kanazawa · Nagamachi Samurai District Guide
Guest Reviews
What Travelers Say
5/5
from 57 verified GetYourGuide travelers
"A very nice and fun experience! I can only recommend it."
"Great experience. Our live guide was really very nice. I highly recommend them. The only thing is that we still haven't received the photos, even though it's been 3 days."
"Thank you Shin for this amazing experience. My son was gagging to try some swords out, and thanks for being so flexible and also re arranging when the venue had to change. Def my son’s fav experience! We got the private lesson and my Son and husband had such a great time getting dressed, learning some moves and then going to battle. Can’t wait to watch the video!"
"Amazing experience and very fun!! Thank you so much!"
"Informative and fun! It was a great experience and the Sensei was fantastic. Knowledgeable and he makes it very enjoyable. We had a great time."
"Great! We were supposed to have the activity yesterday, but due to travel, we couldn't be on time. It could be moved to today without any problems. The teacher explained things well and was very nice! He even gave us a ride to the next activity."
"It was a very very amazing and cool experience and for me, it was my best one. We all had so much fun, with wearing the clothing and practice with the sword. The tempel we do that lesson was very beautiful too. If u visit or travel to Kanazawa, u should do that wonderful Samurai Swordsmanshio lesson. Arigato gosaimashita!"
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Pick the right format and city for your trip — sword class, kendo dojo, ninja training, theater show or samurai district walk. Dozens of experiences compared, all with free cancellation. Starting from $83 per person.
Browse Samurai & Ninja ExperiencesKanazawa Samurai Sword Class — FAQ
Everything you need to know before booking a samurai sword class in Kanazawa.
Prices start around $83.48 per person for the top-rated option. Costs vary by group size, duration, and inclusions.
Most run 1–3 hours — check each experience's details for the exact duration and what's included.
Our top pick is "Kanazawa: Samurai Swordsmanship Lesson at a temple" — rated 5.0/5 from 57 reviews. See the comparison above for alternatives.
Most experiences welcome complete beginners; several offer kid-friendly sessions. Check the minimum age on each experience before booking.
Equipment and gear are provided — uniforms, practice swords, or costumes depending on the experience. Exact inclusions are listed on each page.
The featured experiences are run for international visitors — check each listing for language details.
Meeting points are central and shown on your voucher after booking.
A few days to a week in peak season. Free cancellation on most experiences means booking early is low-risk.
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