Tokyo: Karate Experience with Former All-Japan Champion - Tokyo Shore Excursion
Discover Tokyo: Karate Experience with Former All-Japan Champion during your cruise stop in Tokyo, Japan. This carefully curated shore excursion offers cruise passengers an unforgettable experience exploring the best of Tokyo while ensuring you return to your ship on time.
About This Excursion
In this experience, you will be able to learn the essence of karate as an ancient martial art that gives its practitioners excellent physical health and self-confidence.
Before practicing basic karate techniques like punches, kicks and blocks, we will start with a variety of stretching exercises and light physical workouts that will help guests to move their bodies smoothly so that it will be enjoyable for those who try out a martial arts training for the first time.
The instructor, Ryo has been dedicated to "Kyokushin Karate", that has been popular around the world for 18 years.
In 2013, he got the 3rd place at KWU[Kyokushin World Union] World Karate Championship (-75kg) held in Bulgaria and has become the All-Japan champion of Kyokushinkan International(-80kg).
In 2020, he got the 2nd Dan of black belt, which is the certificate of a highly qualified instructor. He was also invited to the international camp in Cape Town, South Africa as one of the instructors in 2023 & 2025.
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Why Choose This Tokyo Shore Excursion?
- ✓ Back to Ship Guarantee: We guarantee you'll return to your cruise ship on time, or we'll arrange and pay for transportation to your next port of call.
- ✓ Instant Confirmation: Receive immediate booking confirmation via email - no waiting required.
- ✓ Best Price Guaranteed: We offer competitive pricing with a best price guarantee on all shore excursions.
- ✓ Expert Local Guides: Experience Tokyo with knowledgeable local guides who know the area inside and out.
- ✓ Small Group Sizes: Enjoy a more personalized experience with smaller tour groups.
- ✓ Flexible Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
What's Included
- A bottle of water is included:)
- Karate Uniform(*Choose the option: "PRIVATE/90min Session with Karate Gi" when you book)
- Punching/Kicking Pads
- Kata Demonstration(*patterns of a variety of karate techniques)
- Interactive Training Session with the Instructor
Itinerary
- ACTIVITY
- First, you will learn how to bow as karate requires you to “Start with a bow and end with a bow”. You will also practice deep breathing from your belly to help you have more focus and a calm mind. After that, you are going to do stretching exercises for the major parts of your body, such as leg muscles, hip joints, shoulder blades and chest. Next, you will practice the basic punches, blocks and kicks with a proper stance. Each technique will be divided into a few moves so that every participant can learn the techniques step by step. Finally, you will learn the essence of kumite(sparring) training without physical contact so that everyone can practice without any risk of injury. The instructor will teach you how to defend yourself from attacks like punches, front kicks and low kicks with various tips for maximum precision and efficiency. The host, Ryo focuses on teaching the essence of karate through clear explanations with demonstrating different techniques. Also, the whole lesson is designed for both beginners and those who have experienced karate before. Let’s work out and learn karate, an ancient martial art of Japan with a Japanese black belt!
Cancellation Policy
STANDARD For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
