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Tetsuro Shimaguchi in a sword stance
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Kengido, the Samurai’s Art剱伎道、侍の技と心

Kengido, the Samurai’s Art is a private lesson at a shrine in Tokyo in Kengido, the sword art founded by Tetsuro Shimaguchi, taught by Shimaguchi himself with wooden swords so that every age can take part.

When
90–120 minutes
Season
Dates on request
Guests
Families to groups
Ages
Every age; wooden swords are used
Where
A shrine in Tokyo
From
On requestQuoted for your party once your days take shape. Cancellation terms differ by host and come with your quote.
Two swordsmen crossing blades

Tetsuro Shimaguchi has taken the troupe Kamui to more than 35 countries and 150 cities. Kengido, the method Shimaguchi founded, joins swordsmanship with performance. Wooden swords make it safe for every age, so the whole family can take part.

Included

  • Kamui’s sword demonstration, up close
  • Into hakama; etiquette, drawing the sword, footwork
  • Kata, then choreographed fights in pairs
  • A duel with Shimaguchi, filmed for you to keep

On request

  • Chauffeured car or helicopter between experiences

Enquire about Kengido, the Samurai’s Art

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