When I have the time and energy, I like to bake sweets and breads. I like baking because not only can I see my family’s happy faces, I...

My husband is currently doing research on Eiichi Shibusawa, the father of Japanese capitalism for his work, so right now we’re watching...

We successfully held our grand opening seminar on April 3rd with one of Japan’s top bodyguards as our self-defense instructor. I could...

We were all very excited to complete the opening ceremony and the Shinto ritual that was a part of it on Saturday, April 3rd. We invited...

I ordered original cookies to celebrate the grand opening of Chiseikan Dojo in Kyoto. They printed a celebration message and a "noshi"...

Yesterday, I received a wonderful new fuda (name tag) system for our dojo! The beautiful design and attention to every small detail makes...

For our Warmups in our Advanced Class this week, we practiced jumping Ukemi. My students could fly higher than me now!!

Our Nenshinryu Budo Chiseikan Dojo T-shirts are ready! The spirit of “The blue that comes from indigo and is bluer than indigo itself” is...

We're excited to announce two FREE trial classes for Kids and Adult classes at Chiseikan Dojo to celebrate our GRAND OPENING on April 3rd....

Chiseikan Dojo Grand Opening Event: “When in danger, how can you best protect yourself?” Learn Practical Self Defense From One of Japan's...

Details of our COVID-19 response measures within Chiseikan Dojo 1. All students and teachers must disinfect their hands before entering...

Finally, the wooden sign for our new dojo arrived. Thanks to Mr. Nishioki of Kyoto Co., Ltd., for making such a beautiful sign!...

Today was our last practice for the year and two of our students were able to promote to a new belt level. Congratulations to So-san and...

We've officially changed the name of IyonomaRyu Aikido Kyoto Dojo to Nenshinryu Budo Chiseikan Dojo and we've just promoted our first...