Naniwa Ward, Japan
Ebisunishi, 3 Chome−2−4, 栄光キリストビル1階
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+81 667109788
No wheelchair-accessible car park
One of the best excursions my husband and I experience. The Sensei here English is superb and what a cultural experience you get to do not as expensive as Kyoto but you get to have a more intimate experience in a beautiful location. It was exhilarating to hold a real Japanese sword and even kept cut with it was amazing. The studio itself is very clean and the stained glass window is Simply Beautiful. Will come and get if in Japan I would highly suggest it.
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My 13 year old son and husband took a Bushido class here during our recent trip to Osaka and they both loved it. It helped my son develop some confidence (even with just one lesson) and both of them said their arms were a little sore the next day, so it must have been a good work-out, too. :) Highly recommend.
This was an amazing experience! One I would recommend for anyone. The staff was unbelievably hospitable and welcoming. They dress you in samurai gear then teach you what it means to be a samurai and how to use a sword like one. Once you learn the basic steps you have a mini photoshoot and meditation. Then onto the coolest part, chopping a a bambooesque mat. When you currently through it, it's an amazing feeling. They even have a sword from WWII era. I have nothing but fantastic things to say about this place. If you have the opportunity to go, do it!!!
Overall I would rate the experience 5/5! I saw a few of the pictures on various websites and had high expectations of the experience but actually being there blew me away. We spent the previous day touring Kyoto visiting temples learning about the samurai culture and we were looking forward to actually holding a sword and practicing with a master. Location 5/5! The studio we visited in Osaka has two levels with the top level being an open hardwood area for practicing. After the experience was over, Yasuaki also gave us some advice about places to visit in Osaka that was nearby. Last Samurai Staff and Yasuaki 5/5! Everyone at Last Samurai were so polite and kind. One of the best parts about the experience is that they will take pictures and video of you so you can actually enjoy the experience and not have to worry about your phone or camera. We really appreciated their enthusiasm and the fact that they never gave up on us. They constantly cheered us on while we attempted to cut the tatami mat and with their patience and guidance we were able to succeed!
Great 90 minute class on basic Bushido and samurai culture, with the participant dressing up and practicing sword techniques to slice a tatami mat at the end! All the staff there were incredibly friendly and funny and were real engaged with giving you a real memorable experience.
Definitely one for the bucket list.. what a great experience this was, one of the highlights of our Japan trip. Our teacher was passionate about his art and it showed through his teaching, and spoke English fluently having studied in the USA. We had a great time understanding the history and art as well as time to practice before the final event of using an authentic samurai sword (these things cost thousands of dollars) and are extremely unique and sharp! We each had time to cut a rolled up mat several times, which was all captured on a go pro and sent to us digitally (included in the package) Booking process was very easy, and the team was ready for us when we arrived. Location is convenient, walking distance from Osaka’s main train station and easy to find. The studio is very well maintained, clean and has a very large training room upstairs. I cannot emphasise enough how much you need to do a samurai experience at least once in a lifetime.. Just make sure you are ready before doing the “final cut”
Fantastic Experience, certainly something that you should do if you want to get the full Japanese experience!
A great experience. I would definitely recommend it
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