-DETAILS- The world famous samurai “Miyamoto Musashi” is the strongest samurai in Japan, and is said to have never been defeated. Miyamoto Musashi spent his later years in Kumamoto and wrote the “Book of Five Rings” in a cave called “Reigan-do” in Kumamoto City, and completed his own style “Niten Ichiryu”.
-OUTLINE- Sword making experience taught by a master swordsmith in Kumamoto
-HIGHLIGHTS- -Learn how to make katana (Japanese swords) from Genroku Matsunaga, one of the only three Swordsmiths in Kumamoto, who will explain and show the complicated process behind crafting traditional Japanese swords -Speak directly with Matsunaga and...Read more
This is a plan to enjoy a relaxing dinner at a Japanese restaurant near Kumamoto Castle while watching a dance performance by 'Hanawarabe.'
Guests can enjoy dinner in a convenient location just a 5-minute walk from Kumamoto Castle. Enjoy the local cuisine that is said to have been eaten by the lords of the Edo period (1603-1868) at a...Read more
-OUTLINE- Get dolled up, try on a gorgeous kimono, and stroll around the popular and beautiful Suizenji Park!
-HIGHLIGHTS- -Enjoy kimono rental in front of the beautiful Japanese garden "Suizenji Jojuen”. -Get dressed up by a qualified, professional kimono dresser. -Stroll around the garden as well as Kumamoto Castle in kimono...Read more
Undergo the invaluable experience of learning the traditional Japanese drum from a performer of Noh, an intangible cultural treasure.
You will learn how to play the traditional Japanese drum from a respected Noh performer. Enjoy not only learning how to play the drum but also learning about its origins and history. Also play the instrument...Read more
-OUTLINE- Using the ancient technique Higo Zogan, engrave the art-loving feudal lord Hosokawa's family crest into a sword's handguard.
-HIGHLIGHTS- -Try your hand at the classical art of Higo Zogan, a style of metal inlaying used to decorate the swords and scabbards of the Kumamoto samurai. -Hear the rich history of Higo Zogan and...Read more
-OUTLINE- You can learn Bushido surrounded by the fertile nature of Aso.
-HIGHLIGHTS- -Experience samurai culture while basking the grandeur of nature in this one-of-a-kind, authentic zen and budo compound, built for dedicated study of the samurai arts -Learn from an expert well-versed in bushido, the code of honor developed by...Read more
-OUTLINE- This is an authentic naginata lesson from the 16th head of the Higo Ko-ryu, Kumamoto's original style of naginata martial arts.
-HIGHLIGHTS- -Learn the Higo Ko-ryu style of naginata from the instructor who inherited the school. -Discover the "samurai spirit" from the core of ancient martial arts. -Learn the authentic...Read more
This is a unique chance to experience life in rural Japan through a local's eyes. Access areas and meet people that would be impossible without the presence of the guide. Enjoy unique interaction while delving into true Japanese forestry culture. Be mesmerized by the beautiful and unique landscape, born through a long history of living in...Read more