Authentic Samurai Experience

This is the “Authentic” Samurai Experience! Learn Japan’s Strongest Swordsmanship in Tokyo Authentic vs. Tourist-Oriented: Discover the True Samurai Experience at a Real Dojo In Japan, there are many “samurai experiences” aimed at tourists. However, many of these are “tourist-oriented” samurai shows where students dressed in martial arts uniforms or armor merely look the part of samurai. Of course, we do not deny these “tourist-oriented” samurai shows. Especially for young children, such “tourist-oriented” samurai shows might be more appropriate. However, if you find such superficial samurai experiences unsatisfactory, we recommend the “authentic” samurai experience at an actual dojo. You will be surprised by the difference when you learn etiquette, how to draw the sword, and how to swing it from a master who has trained for decades. Additionally, the tension in the dojo is something you can only understand by experiencing the “real” samurai atmosphere. Please watch the attached video shot in the dojo. Embrace the True Spirit of Samurai: Learn Mugairyu Iaido at Musashikuni Mugaikai in Shinjuku The main purpose of learning at a real Iaido dojo, which is not a “tourist-oriented” show, is to understand the spirit of classical martial arts. Learn the spirit ofread moreThis is the “Authentic” Samurai Experience! Learn Japan’s Strongest Swordsmanship in Tokyo

02Apr, 20242024年3月31日

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How to Experience Both Authentic Dyeing Artisans and Samurai in Tokyo

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Do you know Edo Komon? How to Experience Both Authentic Dyeing Artisans and Samurai in Tokyo Exploring the Essence of Edo Komon: Authentic Dyeing Artisan Experience in Tokyo Edo Komon, a traditional Japanese dyeing technique, embodies the essence of Edo-era sophistication and subtlety. This intricate art form, developed during the Edo period, reflects that era’s cultural richness and elegance. Roots of Edo Komon Rooted in the Muromachi period, Edo Komon traces its origins to the patterns used on samurai armor and family crests. Over time, these motifs transitioned onto garments, becoming a staple of formal attire, particularly the “Kamishimo” worn by samurai. A “Kamishimo” is a type of formal attire for men in traditional Japanese clothing. It consists of a “Kataginu,” a sleeveless upper garment, and “Hakama” trousers, worn together over a “Kosode.” In the Edo period, it was considered ceremonial attire for samurai. Emergence of Edo Komon in Everyday Life During the Edo period, strict regulations governed luxury expenditure, leading to a flourishing underground fashion culture among both samurai and commoners. Despite limitations on materials and colors, artisans innovated within these constraints, perfecting the art of Edo Komon. The technique involved meticulous pattern carving on wooden blocks andread moreHow to Experience Both Authentic Dyeing Artisans and Samurai in Tokyo