Japanese Archery Experience
BOOKING PAGE
Please read the Special Notice for Booking, located below the reservation form, before submitting your reservation.
For those who wish to make a reservation for unavailable time slots, within 24 hours from the desired experience date, between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM on weekdays, or on weekends, please fill out this Form
Reservation Details:
Necessary equipment is provided by the dojo, so customers do not need to bring anything.Since we use bows with reduced power, kyudo gloves (kake) are not provided.Glasses, dangling earrings, and long necklaces may need to be removed for safety.Wear comfortable clothing suitable for movement. High-exposure clothing like camisoles is not recommended.Avoid wearing mini-skirts and tight skirts as you will sit with legs apart; otherwise, you will need to sit in seiza (formal kneeling).Kimono is acceptable; except for hakama, you will sit in seiza (two seiza support cushions are available).Practicing under the influence of alcohol is strictly prohibited.
SPECIAL NOTION FOR BOOKING
Eligibility for Practice:
Ages 15 (about 150cm height) to 75, in good health. Sufficient height and body size are necessary to draw the bow adequately. The dojo is not barrier-free, and participants must be able to sit on tatami mats. Those unable to sit or bend their knees, or with injuries to their left hand or wrist, cannot participate.
Special Note on Bow Strength:
Our bows are much weaker than those used in kyudo (10-12kg for women, 15-20kg for men). Our dojo uses bows with a strength of 5-6kg, which even beginners can draw. While the bows are weaker, stable body strength and grip are necessary to hit the target effectively.
Calligraphy Display of your name:
If you hit the target three times out of 16 arrows, you can write your name in calligraphy and have it displayed in the dojo for a certain period. Targets are 18cm (about 7.14 inches) in diameter for beginners. It’s a challenging but rewarding experience to have your name displayed in our historic dojo.
Price Information:
The experience lasts approximately one hour and costs ¥8000 per person.During the first 15 minutes, you will watch a video tutorial on how to properly draw the bow, where we will guide you through the correct techniques.For the remainder of the time, you will have the opportunity to practice shooting the bow and enjoy the full archery experience.
Cancel Policy
Cancellations made at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time of the experience will not incur any cancellation fees. However, cancellations made within 24 hours of the scheduled start time will be charged a cancellation fee of 100% of the booking amount. Please note that no refunds will be provided for no-shows.
Unforeseen Circumstances Policy
In our dojo, there may be unavoidable circumstances such as the guide or staff experiencing health issues, which could result in the cancellation of your reservation on the scheduled day. In such cases, we will notify you as soon as possible and arrange an alternative date or provide a full refund. We kindly ask for your understanding in advance.