When we think of Samurai, we have the image of being strong warriors. But what kind of training did these strong warriors actually do? Here you can learn how they trained their minds and bodies with the sword and through Zen. It is one of the most enjoyable and innovative experiences among the many hands-on facilities in Kyoto, so we encourage you to visit.

●Kyoto Samurai Experience
http://waraku-kyoto.com/en/kyoto_samurai_experience/

〈Google Map〉
https://goo.gl/maps/YRaso4ekLZWcbDm38

[Price we payed] 30,000 yen（2 adults / December 2021）
[Payment options] Cash / Credit cards
[Open time] 10:00AM~5:00PM
[Accommodation] Maximum 30 guests
[Smoking] Prohibited
[Parkings] None
*The information is as of the time of the shooting of this video. Please check the official website for the latest information.

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▼Related videos in this channel▼
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https://youtu.be/Odd9vxn1ZdY
-How Difficult is it to Swing a Katana in Samurai Armor?
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♪Music♪
おとわび
https://otowabi.com/category/material/japan
トーマス大森音楽工房
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5DJL9DiUOXxv2Q1DMZNCUw
ぽるぽるMusic
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZwE4A5omTM9_29vYtoXUNg

♪Sound effects♪
効果音ラボ
https://soundeffect-lab.info/

♪Pictures♪
かわいいフリー素材屋 いらすとや
https://www.irasutoya.com/

[Time codes]
0:00 Let's START!
1:10 Going into the Samurai Mansion
1:59 Putting on the Training Wear
3:33 Introduction of the Mansion
5:50 Performance of Katana, Shakuachi, and Drum
9:25 About the Cut Mats
11:40 Practicing the 形 Kata
12:54 試し斬り Tameshigiri Mat Cutting
16:27 禅 Zen Meditation
20:50 The Ending
24:21 5 Mat Cutting

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