Train with a 9th-dan Iaido master in a Shinjuku dojo and practice Mugairyu sword forms while wearing traditional dogi and hakama. This one-hour session pairs strict etiquette and lifetime expertise with accessible instruction for beginners.
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Step into a low-lit dojo off a busy Shinjuku street and feel the room narrow to the length of a blade. The wood floor hums underfoot, the air carries the faint scent of polish and tatami, and the teacher’s bow draws a line between everyday Tokyo and a disciplined practice that predates the metropolis.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for most adults; requires balance and focus rather than high fitness
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History
Mugairyu became influential in late-Edo and Meiji policing; its techniques and etiquette were widely respected and later appeared in literature and film.
Conservation
Dojo practices emphasize respect for space and equipment—remove shoes, keep the dojo clean, and follow local cultural norms to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the Samurai Sword Training with a Dan Master in Shinjuku, Tokyo today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive early to change and warm up
Dojo time includes changing into the provided dogi; arrive 10–15 minutes early to stretch and get fitted.
Leave jewelry and metal accessories at home
Rings, watches, and dangling jewelry can interfere with grips and are discouraged for safety.
Stay hydrated but avoid heavy meals
Light hydration before class is helpful; avoid a full meal immediately before practice to stay mobile.
Follow etiquette and listen closely
Silence, precise bows, and following the instructor’s corrections are part of the experience and safety.
Comfortable under-layers
Wear slim, non-restrictive clothing under the provided dogi for ease of movement.
Socks
Dojo floors are clean but cold; socks ease transitions in and out of footwear.
Small towel
A lightweight towel helps in warm months to wipe hands and forehead between drills.
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Water bottle
Keep a small bottle nearby to sip between sets without interrupting class flow.
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