1-Hour Japanese Archery Experience in Kyoto
This experience is highly recommended for beginners. The costs of taking a Kyudo lesson are usually very high. In this class, all the necessary equipment for Kyudo is prepared for you. All you need is passion and comfortable clothes that allow you to move freely!
Our teacher will assist you from A to Z. Let's dive into real Japanese cultural experiences with us.
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What's included in 1-Hour Japanese Archery Experience in Kyoto
(Subject to Option Inclusions)You will experience Japanese archery called Kyudo with a professional teacher. Our teacher has practiced Kyudo for more than 50 years and has Kyudo Kyoshi (teacher) 6th grade. In this beginner-friendly experience, learn the practice of Kyudo. This includes learning about the proper form, as well as the tools and techniques used, through our instructor's hands on guidance. Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our expert instructor, who may not speak flawless English but more than makes up for it with his passion and dedication. We provide English materials about the art of Kyudo, ensuring a fun experience as you bond with our teacher through the universal language of gestures and shared enthusiasm for this unique Japanese tradition. Please ask our teacher if you have any questions or doubts. He is very friendly and good at teaching Kyudo! Please note that our instructor provides hands-on guidance to demonstrate the correct stance and bow hold. If you prefer a different style of instruction, please let us know in advance.
Inclusions
- Class fees
- All items for Kyudo
- Transportation fees
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Our instructor provides hands-on guidance to demonstrate the correct stance and bow hold. If you prefer a different style of instruction, please contact us in advance.
- Please let us know if you have practiced archery before, so we can inform our teacher.
- Due to limited space at our location, we kindly ask that only participants attend the sessions. If you wish to accompany a participant, please let us know in advance."
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- ****IMPORTANT**** There are NO door bells at the entrance. Entrance is on the side of the building (see pictures), opposite a small parking lot. Please don't enter through other doors or ring door bells!! 10 minutes on foot from JR Tambaguchi/Hankyu Omiya/Randen Shijo-Omiya station.
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*****Important***** Our location is held depends on the day of the week 【Meet-up location】 ◆Monday and Tuesday Daihōonji Temple (Senbon shakado) Address: Mizomaecho, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto, 602-8319 ◆Wednesday to Sunday からくり弓道場 Address: 22-2 MibuAiai-cho Nakagyo-ku Kyoto-city 10 minutes on foot from JR Tanbaguti/Hankyu Omiya/Randen SijoOmiya station. Please tell a taxi driver "Mibugawa-st, Takatuji" instead of the address when you come by taxi. This tour is a 60-minute experience, including preparation and clean-up. Please note that if you arrive more than 10 minutes late, you may be considered a no-show. Furthermore, even if you are late, we cannot extend the end time of the tour due to scheduling constraints with subsequent bookings. Thank you for your understanding.
