Kyoto Culture Tours
Looking for a culture expierence in Kyoto? Kyoto, as an ancient capital, accumulated thousands years of history and culture. Today, many traditional Japanese skills are still are still found in the city. When you walk around the neighborhood, you may encounter a geisha. Many foreigners are festinated with geisha's exquisite custom and makeup, and would take pictures with them. Are you among those who are interested the geisha culture? The history of smaurai and Ninja gain international attention through anime and movies. Where can I experience tate, or learn about the cool tools used by ninja? How about practicing the traditional Japanese instrument koto used in classical concert as well as modern music? Making your own T-shirts printed with chosen Japanese characters sounds just as fantastic. In this article, we are going to introduce about the Kyoto traditions and experience offered to visitors.
1. Learning Kyoto Traditional Dance
Yumeyakata: the teacher at Yumeyakata used to be a geisha, who practice dancing since 6 years old. In the class, the teacher will teach you the basic dancing skill by geisha.
Address: 472-1 Kinpukicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto
Kyoto Culture Center: To provide a foundation on the dance, the teacher will first brief on the history of Japanese traditional dance. The teacher will demonstrate dancing skill as well as perform a dance to student.
Address: 1-10 Koyama-cho zyodoji Sakyo-ku Kyoto
2. Kyoto Samurai Experience
In ancient time, samurai spirit used to dominate among samurai. Samurai spirit was started by Kamakura shogunate, but the philosophy was later influenced by Confucianism and Buddhism during the Edo period. Sakura is often compared with Samurai. Through anime and movie, Samurai is now an internationally famous aspect of Japan.
Waraku Kyoto Samurai Experience, Wield a real katana (Japanese sword) and learn about Zen and bushido (the moral code of samurai) in a 250-year-old samurai residence.
Address: 111, Inaba-Cho, Nakagyo-Ku, Kyoto
SAMURAI & NINJA MUSEUM with EXPERIENCE: This is a museum on Samurai, displaying different customs and swords. You can also join a sword lesson.
Address: Teramachi Utanokoji building 2F, 292, Higashidaimonjicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto
3. Kyoto Ninja Experience
Ninja was a special occupation from the Kamakura to Edo period. The role is similar to that of a spy or secret agent. Ninja literally mean the "hidden person". After going through secret training called Ninjutsu, Ninja would perform different underground mission.
NINJA DOJO: Experience authentic ninja training with ninja costumes in the center of Kyoto. You will learn ninja skills including how to use ninja darts, ninja swords, and other ninja weapons.
Address: 528 Hakurakutencho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto
SAMURAI & NINJA MUSEUM with EXPERIENCE: This is a museum on Samurai where you can explore the culture of Samuri and Ninja.
Address: Teramachi Utanokoji building 2F, 292, Higashidaimonjicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto
4. Kyoto Koto Experience
Koto is a crucial instrument in traditional Japanese music. Kyoto is played with one hand pressing on the string and the other stroking the strings.
Soushunan was an old house built in 1905, located near Nijo Castle. Here you can take a Koto lesson in a traditional house and learn about Japanese harp.
Address: Kyoto, Kamigyo Ward, Higashishinmeicho, 288-2
5. Calligraphy and Make Your Own Kanji T-shirt in Kyoto
CALLIGRA.T
Practice Japanese calligraphy and make your own t-shirt using kanji. Choose a specific kanji you want to write. Then, practice the kanji you have chosen, we make a silkscreen to print the ink to a t-shirt. Next, choose the color of t-shirt and the color of ink. Then, print the ink to the t-shirt through the silkscreen.
Address: 36 Hishiya-cho, Room #407, Plaza Column building,Kyoto
Looking for a culture expierence in Kyoto? Kyoto, as an ancient capital, accumulated thousands years of history and culture. Today, many traditional Japanese skills are still are still found in the city. When you walk around the neighborhood, you may encounter a geisha. Many foreigners are festinated with geisha's exquisite custom and makeup, and would take pictures with them. Are you among those who are interested the geisha culture? The history of smaurai and Ninja gain international attention through anime and movies. Where can I experience tate, or learn about the cool tools used by ninja? How about practicing the traditional Japanese instrument koto used in classical concert as well as modern music? Making your own T-shirts printed with chosen Japanese characters sounds just as fantastic. In this article, we are going to introduce about the Kyoto traditions and experience offered to visitors.
1. Learning Kyoto Traditional Dance
Yumeyakata: the teacher at Yumeyakata used to be a geisha, who practice dancing since 6 years old. In the class, the teacher will teach you the basic dancing skill by geisha.
Address: 472-1 Kinpukicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto
Kyoto Culture Center: To provide a foundation on the dance, the teacher will first brief on the history of Japanese traditional dance. The teacher will demonstrate dancing skill as well as perform a dance to student.
Address: 1-10 Koyama-cho zyodoji Sakyo-ku Kyoto
2. Kyoto Samurai Experience
In ancient time, samurai spirit used to dominate among samurai. Samurai spirit was started by Kamakura shogunate, but the philosophy was later influenced by Confucianism and Buddhism during the Edo period. Sakura is often compared with Samurai. Through anime and movie, Samurai is now an internationally famous aspect of Japan.
Waraku Kyoto Samurai Experience, Wield a real katana (Japanese sword) and learn about Zen and bushido (the moral code of samurai) in a 250-year-old samurai residence.
Address: 111, Inaba-Cho, Nakagyo-Ku, Kyoto
SAMURAI & NINJA MUSEUM with EXPERIENCE: This is a museum on Samurai, displaying different customs and swords. You can also join a sword lesson.
Address: Teramachi Utanokoji building 2F, 292, Higashidaimonjicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto
3. Kyoto Ninja Experience
Ninja was a special occupation from the Kamakura to Edo period. The role is similar to that of a spy or secret agent. Ninja literally mean the "hidden person". After going through secret training called Ninjutsu, Ninja would perform different underground mission.
NINJA DOJO: Experience authentic ninja training with ninja costumes in the center of Kyoto. You will learn ninja skills including how to use ninja darts, ninja swords, and other ninja weapons.
Address: 528 Hakurakutencho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto
SAMURAI & NINJA MUSEUM with EXPERIENCE: This is a museum on Samurai where you can explore the culture of Samuri and Ninja.
Address: Teramachi Utanokoji building 2F, 292, Higashidaimonjicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto
4. Kyoto Koto Experience
Koto is a crucial instrument in traditional Japanese music. Kyoto is played with one hand pressing on the string and the other stroking the strings.
Soushunan was an old house built in 1905, located near Nijo Castle. Here you can take a Koto lesson in a traditional house and learn about Japanese harp.
Address: Kyoto, Kamigyo Ward, Higashishinmeicho, 288-2
5. Calligraphy and Make Your Own Kanji T-shirt in Kyoto
CALLIGRA.T
Practice Japanese calligraphy and make your own t-shirt using kanji. Choose a specific kanji you want to write. Then, practice the kanji you have chosen, we make a silkscreen to print the ink to a t-shirt. Next, choose the color of t-shirt and the color of ink. Then, print the ink to the t-shirt through the silkscreen.
Address: 36 Hishiya-cho, Room #407, Plaza Column building,Kyoto
Kyoto Culture Tours
As a reliable Kyoto tour operator, we provide Kyoto culture tours for travelers. Whether you are looking for a experience of traditional Japanese skill or a short culture tour in Kyoto, you can easily find the most suitable one at an affordable price. Contact our representatives to book our Kyoto tours and Kyoto Private Chauffeurs.Related Articles You May Like
Most Frequently Asked Questions
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Where can I learn about the traditional geisha dance?The teacher at Yumeyakata Kyoto used to be a geisha. She would teach and show dancing skills that even absolute beginner can follow. The address is 128 Manjujicho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto.
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Where can I find Samurai experience in Kyoto?SAMURAI & NINJA MUSEUM with EXPERIENCE: This is a museum on Samurai, displaying different customs and knifes. You can also join a sword class. The address is Teramachi Utanokoji building 2F, 292, Higashidaimonjicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto.
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Is there any Ninja Experience offered in English?We recommend the Ninja Dojo. You will learn about the background on ninja and the weapons they use. The course will be presented in English so there is no language barrier. Address: 528 Hakurakutencho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto.
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Where can I get a Koto lesson?We recommend Soushunan. Soushunan was an old house built in 1905, located near Nijo Castle. Here you can take a Koto lesson. Address: Kyoto, Kamigyo Ward, Higashishinmeicho, 288-2.
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Where can I make my own Kanji T-shirt in Kyoto?You can visit CALLIGRA.T. Here you can practice the kanji you chosen and print it on the T-shirt. You can freely choose the color and design of the t-shirt. The address is 36 Hishiya-cho Room #407, Plaza Column building, Kyoto.
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Where can I experience Kyoto-style Book Making?You can visit Mr.Tsutom's studio. Tsutomu,a master bookbinder, has run his authentic hand-made bookbinding studio for over 55 years ago. Every step of the process has meaning, making it an artistic and meditational experience. The address is Matsuda Seihon Kita-ku, Kyoto-shi.
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Where can I get a Samurai experience?Waraku Kyoto Samurai Experience, Wield a real katana (Japanese sword) and learn about Zen and bushido (the moral code of samurai) in a 250-year-old samurai residence. The address is 111, Inaba-Cho, Nakagyo-Ku, Kyoto.
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Where I watch a traditional dance performance and learn some dancing skills?At Kyoto Culture Center, the teacher will first brief on the history of Japanese traditional dance. The teacher then demonstrates dancing skill as well as performs a dance to student. Address: 1-10 Koyama-cho zyodoji Sakyo-ku Kyoto.
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