Category Taiko Drumming and Traditional Performing Arts

Japan · TAIKO DRUMMING AND TRADITIONAL PERFORMING ARTS

The 7 Taiko Drumming & Performing Arts Shows in Japan Worth Changing Trains For

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Booked six months out or from a hotel lobby that morning, these 7 taiko drumming & performing arts shows are the ones to take. Every entry below carries its price, its length and the detail that decides it, so you can choose one and get back to the map.

Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bullet Train 1 Day from Tokyo

Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bullet Train 1 Day from Tokyo - Lunch at Fuji Zakura Hotel and the wadaiko timing

1.Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bullet Train 1 Day from Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 7,413 reviews · from $149Our pick

Full-day Mt Fuji and Hakone from Tokyo with Mt Komagatake ropeway, Lake Ashi cruise, drum show, and Shinkansen return.

“The bus ride to 5th station was smooth & safe. Our tour guide, Shige, was a wealth of information for our particular destinations as well as glimpses of life in Japan. Figured at the start that we won’t be seeing Mt. Fuji due to inclement weather, and it’s ok. All in all, the tour was a great start for us in Japan.”

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Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo

Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo - Fuji 5th Station: A Short Visit at 2,300m

Tokyo: Samurai Sword & Archery Class from Samurai Descendant

Tokyo: Samurai Sword & Archery Class from Samurai Descendant - The $193 price tag, and why it can still feel worth it

3.Samurai Sword & Archery Class from Samurai Descendant

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 603 reviews · 3 hours · from $193Top rated

Train with a samurai master in Machida, Japan, learning Iai sword forms, sparring, and horseback-archery style longbow shooting.

“This was an unforgettable and truly authentic experience. Sensei Sumida-san was patient, knowledgeable, and deeply passionate about samurai culture. He guided us through the history, philosophy, and sword techniques with great care, making every moment meaningful. Watching his demonstration at the end was mesmerizing — precise, graceful, and full of spirit.”

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Japanesel Archery Experience HIROSHIMA CASTLE SHARAKU

Japanesel Archery Experience HIROSHIMA CASTLE SHARAKU - Dressing for Kyudo, Including Dogi and Hakama (and Possible Armor)

4.Japanesel Archery Experience HIROSHIMA CASTLE SHARAKU

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 387 reviews · from $43

Try kyudo at Hiroshima Castle Sannomaru Ruins, dress in dogi and hakama, shoot 8-arrow rounds, and learn the Samurai-style routine in a small group.

“Such a fantastic experience! The instructors were incredibly knowledgeable and supportive, which made the learning curve feel easy and enjoyable. Wearing the outfit was so much fun, and we got to shoot plenty of arrows. I’d highly recommend this to anyone curious about trying a new style of archery!”

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Hiroshima: Traditional Japanese Archery Experience

Hiroshima: Traditional Japanese Archery Experience - Meeting point: Hiroshima Castle Sannomaru, HIROSHIMA CASTLE SHARAKU

5.Traditional Japanese Archery Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 351 reviews · 1 hour · from $41Best value

Learn kyudo in Hiroshima, dress in authentic uniform and armor, practice form with guidance, and shoot a real target near the Atomic Bomb Dome.

“The instructions were very good and the instructors were kind and patient. Lots of fun.”

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Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo Sta. Area

Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo Sta. Area - Mt. Fuji 5th Station: the View Target and the Weather Backup Plan

Kyoto: Nishiki Market Tea Ceremony with Koto Performance

Kyoto: Nishiki Market Tea Ceremony with Koto Performance - Meeting point reality check (so you don’t waste 10 minutes)

7.Nishiki Market Tea Ceremony with Koto Performance

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 294 reviews · 1 hour · from $56

Kyoto tea ceremony at KOTOLILY KYOTO: make creamy matcha, enjoy sweets, and listen to live koto performances near Nishiki Market.

“Such an amazing experience, the matcha, candies and Yurika playing the koto was fenomenal. Yurika was so nice and speaks very good English so it can help you with any request”

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