Tokyo Travel Blog
Based in Tokyo’s historic Tsukishima district, this blog is run by a team of real samurai performers sharing insider tips and unforgettable experiences for travelers. From authentic sword-fighting workshops and cosplay adventures to local street food, hidden Tokyo gems, and deep dives into Japanese culture and history — we help you discover a side of Japan few tourists see.
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Shinjuku Gyoen History: How a Samurai Estate Became Tokyo’s Most Beautiful Garden
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Jiraiya: The Kabuki Origins of Modern Ninja Culture
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Iga Ninja Guide: The Real History of the Ninja Museum and Castle
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Gogyo no Kamae: Five Element Stances in Japanese Swordsmanship
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Demon Slayer Japanese Patterns: Hidden Meanings in Kimetsu no Yaiba
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Samurai Clothing Guide for Beginners: Kimono, Hakama, Obi, and Sword
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Best Monjayaki in Tokyo: Where to Eat and How to Enjoy It
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A Hidden Cherry Blossom Spot in Tokyo: Koishikawa Botanical Garden
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Tokyo Bon 2020: A Fun Guide to Japanglish and Bon Odori
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Bon Odori: Japan’s Summer Dance You Can Join
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Cherry Blossom Festival: Asakusa Sakura Street 2026
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Moheji Monjayaki Honten: The Best Local Food Experience in Tsukishima Tokyo
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Featured as “Yankee Samurai” in Lienel’s Music Video “Love ga Gotoku”
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The 30th St. Patrick’s Day Parade Tokyo: A Unique Fusion of Irish Spirit and Samurai Culture
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Kabuki “Nihon Furisode Hajime”: The Eight-Headed Serpent and Susanoo
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Kabuki Play Renjishi: The Father and Son Lions
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Nikko Toshogu: Shrine of Tokugawa Ieyasu, Founder of the Edo Shogunate
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Tokyo Travel Adventure – 23 Students from London Dive into Samurai Experience
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Why I Became a Tour Guide – Dai Mizuno
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The Road to Becoming a Samurai Performer – Dai Mizuno
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Miyamoto Musashi Samurai Show – U.S. Navy Ceremony in Tokyo
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Toyosu Market Tuna Auction: A Must-See Early Morning Tokyo Experience
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Kitsuneya: Famous Gyu-don (Beef Bowl) in Tsukiji, Tokyo
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Training Katanas Used in Samurai Experiences: Bokken, Iaito, Takemitsu, and Rubber Swords
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Kabuki Play Kumonoito Azusa no Yumihari: Spider’s Thread & Transformations
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Our Samurai Experience Featured on the JapanKart Blog
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What Is the Battle of Kawanakajima? A Samurai Battlefield Guide in Nagano, Japan
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Rurouni Kenshin: A Samurai at the Turning Point of Japanese History
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Samurai Training Commands: Rei, Mokuso, Batto and Noto Explained
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Naoya Inoue vs David Picasso: Official Opening Performance by KATANAYA ICHI
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How I Fell in Love with Matcha – Matcha Samurai Kume
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How I Became a Sword Fight Choreographer – Samurai Performer Kume
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Samurai Restaurant Shinjuku: The New Successor to Robot Restaurant
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THE SHOW: Taira no Masakado – A Samurai Performance at Kanda Myojin Shrine
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Takarabune: The Awa Odori Dance Troupe That Excites the World
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Featured on Louis-San’s YouTube Channel! KATANA in Japan: 25€ vs 25,000€
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Shibuya Scramble Crossing on a Rainy Night is a Cyberpunk, Instagram-Worthy Spot in Tokyo
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Ninja × Kabuki Show in Tokyo Shinjuku
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Atsuta Jingu Shrine: Discover the Legend of the Sacred Kusanagi Sword
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Try Ninja Shuriken Throwing Near Inuyama Castle
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Learn Samurai History in Tokyo – Report from Study Session #1
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Yamata-no-Orochi Kagura Performance at Shinjuku Hie Shrine
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Try Tameshigiri in Gifu: Cut Bamboo & Tatami with a Real Katana
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Swordsmith Experience: Watch Japanese Sword Forging in Seki City
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World Athletics Tokyo 2025 – Samurai Drama by KATANAYA ICHI
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Asakusa Nightlife: Must-See Oiran Show at Kaguwa
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Rurubu Special Edition Showcases Our Ninja Sword Fighting in Tokyo
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Best Dishes at Monja Kura in Tsukishima
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Tokyo Chuo City Tourism Association staff highlighted our Samurai Experience.
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Oiran Night Rock: Free Edo-Style Parade in Tokyo