15/05/2026
Kanazawa, once the castle town of the powerful Kaga Domain, is a city where samurai culture still quietly lives on.
Here, you can experience the traditional Japanese martial art of Iaido in an atmosphere unique to this historic town.
Iaido is a discipline centered on the fluid movements of drawing, cutting, and returning the sword to its sheath.
Rather than a martial technique focused on combat, it has long been practiced as a way to cultivate mindfulness, breathing, and inner focus.
Its calm and refined movements are often described as “moving meditation.”
During the experience, the instructor also offers an introduction to authentic Japanese swords.
The session takes place at Yōkōkan, the only remaining traditional kendo dojo in Kanazawa today.
Surrounded by quietness and history, it is a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in the depth and beauty of Japanese culture.
居合道は、刀を抜き、斬り、納める――その一連の所作を通して、呼吸と心を整える武道。
激しい戦いの技術というよりも、自分自身と向き合う“精神修養”として受け継がれてきました。
その美しく無駄のない動きから、「Moving Meditation（動く瞑想）」と呼ばれることもあります。
体験では、指導者による日本刀の解説も。
舞台となるのは、現在金沢市内で唯一残る伝統的な剣道場「養浩館」。
静寂に包まれた空間で、日本文化の奥深さを五感で感じられる、特別なひとときです。
