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Sumi Masatake Sensei Hanshi Hachidan (1943—2026)
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Masatake Sumi Sensei.
A teacher of the highest calibre and without question the finest instructor I have ever met or could ever hope to meet. His technical precision, depth of insight, and profound humanity have shaped generations of kendoka in the UK and across the world.
Sumi Sensei’s legacy lives on in every cut, every breath, and every moment of sincerity we bring to our practice. We honour him not only in memory,
Fine Ladies Kendo Worldwide
Mar 44 min read
The 70th Anniversary of the Yamanashi Kendo Federation All Japan Women's KENDO 7-dan Tournament — Interview with Kiyono Shinobu
In early November 2024, just after the 63rd All Japan Women's KENDO Championship had finished, news of the 70th Anniversary of the Yamanashi Kendo Federation All Japan Women's KENDO 7-DAN Tournament was announced via social media and other channels by the All Japan Kendo Federation (AJKF) and other participants.
Fine Ladies Kendo Worldwide
Nov 14, 20256 min read
Kodokan Fine Ladies Kendo Seminar with Kobayashi Setsuko sensei June 2012
by Matsuda Kazuyo Fine Ladies Kendo Seminar, UK, 10th June 2012 Following the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee the Ladies Kendo Seminar lead by...
Matsuda Kazuyo
May 8, 202518 min read
Interview with Kōda Kunihide on Dan Grade Examinations
If you are training hard but still not passing the examinations, you may not be grasping the key points. Try to recognise the key points...
Sato Atsuko
Apr 11, 20259 min read
Edith Garrud (1872–1971) – the Founder of Saffrajitsu
William Garrud and his wife Edith were introduced to jūjutsu by Edward Barton-Wright in 1899 and in 1904; they became students of Uyenishi
Paul Budden
Mar 7, 202510 min read
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