Samurai Spirit Experience
A unique cultural experience at the Sendai Guest House Ryokusaikan
At Ryokusaikan, located in the tourist spot cluster of Aobayama, which includes the ruins of Sendai Castle, the foundation of Sendai City, and Aobayama facing the Hirose River that runs through the center of Sendai City, you will experience what it felt like to be a retainer of the castle town of Sendai Date clan.You will also have the opportunity to try out drawing a real sword, which is something you don’t usually get to do, and then you will have the opportunity to try out tea at the Zangetsu-tei teahouse, where you will experience the mindset of a samurai.
Tour at a glance
Cost
From ¥33,000 per person (for a group of 10 participants; price per person will be higher for smaller groups, please inquire)
*Please note that the price varies based on the number of participants
Minimum number of participants
2 people
Maximum number of participants
15 people
Tour Length
Approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes
Tour availability
Please inquire
Language Support
English and Chinese available
Sample Itinerary
13:50 Arrive at Ryokusaikan
14:20 Change into a sword-drawing uniform
14:30 Practice with a replica sword and experience drawing a real sword
15:30 Change of clothes
17:40 Finish
Plan details
Change into a kendo uniform and try out a sword using a real sword that you normally can’t hold.
Reservations
You can send a booking inquiry below. After we receive your inquiry, we will confirm if we can accommodate your group and tour dates and contact you from there.
Cancellation Policy
Our cancellation policy for this experience is below. Cancellation fees may vary according to exceptional circumstances.
14 business days before date of experience
No charge
13 to 10 business days before date of experience
30% of total price
9 business days or less before date of experience
100% of total price
