Karate Training in Okinawa, Japan – Jesse Enkamp [Interview]
Before talking about training abroad in Japanese martial arts, I needed some perspective. Fortunately, Jesse Enkamp…
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Osaka Castle & Historical Samurai Battles – Japan Travel
When Japanophiles hear "Osaka," they immediately think about Dotonbori, the Momofuku Ando Instant Ramen museum, and…
Nagoya Castle with Samurai & Ninja Re-Enactments – Japan Travel
Back in December 2016, I once again found myself stepping off a plane at Narita International Airport in Chiba…
Samurai Museum in Tokyo – One of the best experiences! [Travel Report]
When I heard about the Samurai Museum in Shinjuku, you could only imagine the excitement a Japanese history nerd…
Ninja Festival at Tokyo Skytree by the Japan Ninja Council [Travel Report]
On August 27th, the Japan Ninja Council brought together ninja clans from across Japan. This epic performance for…
Exploring The Ninja Trick House in Tokyo, Shinjuku [Travel Experience]
Where did the ninja live? What were their houses like? When you consider what kind of people the ninja were and how…
Training At The Ninja Club Shinjuku Gym [Travel Experience]
The Ninja Gym in Shinjuku is tucked away in the alleyways of Kabukicho. The quiet is an unexpected turn from the…
Musashi Clan Ninja Experience in Japan – Edo Period Onmitsu
When you look for it, Japan seems rife with “ninja experience” programs and attractions that merely belabour what…
Finding Hattori Hanzo’s Grave in Tokyo – Iga Ninja Legend
Most people will know this name when you ask them about real life ninja. A name immortalized by history books,…
The Hanayashiki Ninja Training Experience in Asakusa, Tokyo
Ninjas are beings shrouded by smoke and mirrors. Most people know the basics about these elusive warriors from…