Excursion Overview
Awaken your inner warrior on this journey into Kanazawa's rich samurai heritage. You'll uncover the fascinating world of the samurai who once roamed the historic streets of Kanazawa, learning all about the samurai lifestyle and living their historic traditions first-hand.
Picture yourself stepping into the samurai armor, the helmet (kabuto), mask (mengu), and chest piece (dō), transporting you back in time. From mastering the samurai sword technique in a kendo lesson and visiting the Maeda Samurai Museum, to a special hands-on viewing of authentic samurai swords, you'll be immersed in the world of the warrior.
Offering a spot-on blend of education and entertainment, this adventure is perfect for families with teens, or anyone yearning to soak up the spirit of the samurai.
Excursion type:
Outdoor
Indoor
Culture
History
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Meet our Japan experts
We offer tailor-made holidays to suit a wide range of tastes. Our experts Emma and Fenton are dedicated to all things Japan and are here to help you plan your perfect trip.
Emma Higgins
Destination Manager
A self-confessed ramen lover and hiking enthusiast, Emma fell hard for Japan’s food and lush countryside. She’s full of ideas for getting off the well-trodden trail and soaking up the quieter, greener side of this one-of-a-kind country.
Fenton
Destination Manager
Fenton’s passion for Japan runs deep, he’s studied the language, explored all corners of the country from Hokkaido to Kyushu, and even named his cat Kyoto. If you want an expert who lives and breathes the place, he’s your guy.
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