2 Days Samurai Experience tour in Sword Town Seki

Overnight Samurai Experience tour in Sword Town Seki

2 Days Samurai Experience tour in Sword Town Seki

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Overview

This is a special two-day and one-night tour to Seki city, Gifu Prefecture, where sword-making has been practised for more than 700 years. You will visit the workplace of a craftsman who continues to make swords in the spirit of bushido, and learn how real swords are made. After learning about sword making, you will have a chance to experience the samurai experience with a sword from a master of iaido (the art of sword fighting). In the evening, you will stay overnight at a lodge located in the dojo of a sword-making artisan. The next morning we will wake up early and go to a nearby temple to experience Zen meditation practice. Afterwards, you will visit a workshop where traditional sword-making techniques are used in modern knife making and experience making your own kitchen knife. This tour is not only a simple samurai experience, but also a great way to learn more about the samurai spirit and enjoy making your own kitchen knives.
After Seki city we will visit Gifu Castle finally.

Activity location

濃州堂
- 14 11
- 501-3252, Seki, Gifu, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

濃州堂
- 14 11
- 501-3252, Seki, Gifu, Japan

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What's included, what's not

Private transport
Rental Sword and wear for Samurai Experience
In-person Guide
Overnight stay at Dojo house include cleaning fee
Instructor fee for Iaido(Samurai experience)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast
Kitchen Knife set
Dinner

Know before you book

Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: 1day Samurai Experience tour in Sword smith Town Seki

3 stops
Meals: lunch
Accommodation: Overnight at Nosyudo-Dojo where has two private tatami Japanese-style rooms, a fully equipped kitchen, toilet, and bath.

濃州堂

2h
Admission ticket included

Visit at Samurai Sword craftsman shop and see their technique for making real Sword. You can learn and touch the real Sword. You might be feel a Samurai spirit with Bushido which is a ethical code of Samurai emphasising absolute loyalty to his master. After visiting craftsman shop, you will move to Dojo where is training house of Sword craftsman and then you can have a Samurai experience with instructor of Iaido. You will change into a Samurai wear with Sword. You will practice how to use by professional instructor. You might be master one of the Samurai Sword technique.

Seki Blacksmithing Tradition Museum

1h
Admission ticket included

You can learn the history of Blacksmithing Tradition in Seki City. The city of Seki is renowned globally for its superior blade craftsmanship, a tradition that dates back about 800 years to the Kamakura period. The museum itself provides a deep dive into the history and art of Japanese sword and knife making, offering visitors insights through exhibits of traditional techniques, unique materials, and the science behind sword crafting.

Sekizenkoji Temple - Sokyuji Temple

Visit at famous temple in this city. Zenkouji Temple in Seki City is a historic Buddhist temple known for its serene atmosphere and traditional architecture. It is a place of spiritual significance where visitors can experience tranquility and learn about the region's cultural heritage. The temple's peaceful grounds make it a popular spot for meditation and reflection.

Day 2: Samurai Knife Making experience

3 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Not included

Sekizenkoji Temple - Sokyuji Temple

1h
Admission ticket included

You will participate to morning Zazen meditation sessions at the temple. These sessions provide participants with an opportunity to practice mindfulness and deepen their focus through seated meditation. It is a peaceful and reflective experience guided by the temple's practitioners, allowing visitors to connect with their inner selves and experience traditional Buddhist practices.

G. Sakai Knife Museum

2h
Admission ticket included

You can have a Own knife making experience with professional knife instructor. This knife making process are similar with Sword making. You will learn it and get a technique for blade sharpening also. You will be made your own knife and utilise it after return to home as a special memory and souvenir in Japan.

Gifu Castle / Inabayama Castle

1h
Admission ticket included

During travel from Seki city to Gifu Station you will visit at Gifu Castle. You will go up at the top of the mountain by ropeway and then you can see the beautiful land scape from the Castle. You might be surprised at nice view.

Location

Activity location

濃州堂
- 14 11
- 501-3252, Seki, Gifu, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

濃州堂
- 14 11
- 501-3252, Seki, Gifu, Japan

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