Long Beach （長浜）Kendo Dojo

Please feel free to visit our dojo anytime to observe a practice. Kendo may seem intimidating at first, but it is a fun and rewarding martial art that promotes good health and personal growth. Children are welcome to train together with their parents, and adults can also begin kendo at any age and enjoy learning at their own pace. Since its founding in 1972, our dojo has been dedicated to teaching authentic Japanese kendo, emphasizing not only technical skill but also budo spirit, etiquette, and lifelong health. Through the traditions passed down by the samurai, we aim to cultivate strong character—developing the spirit to overcome oneself, a heart that values respect and courtesy, and a mindset of consideration for others—so that our students can contribute positively to society. Our dojo has a strong record of success in competition and has produced former members of the U.S. National Team as well as Junior National Team athletes. Upholding the principle of Kōken Chi-ai—“through crossing swords, we come to understand and respect one another”—we offer a place where kendo can be studied and enjoyed for a lifetime.

まずはお気軽に道場見学にいらしてください。一見剣道は敷居が高いを思われがちですが剣道を通して楽しく稽古し健康のためにも良いですのでお子様とご一緒、アダルト年齢からでも楽しく学べます。 1972年の道場設立時より、日本の剣道を通して武道精神や礼儀、健康維持も含めなど本格剣道を学べます。 古来から侍が伝承してきた武士道精神を通じメンタル分野でいえば「自分に打ち勝つ心」「礼儀重んじる心」「人を思いやる心」を育て社会にでて立派に活躍できる人間を育成する事を目的としています。 試合においても多数の好成績を収める名門道場であり、過去にアメリカ代表選手や代表ジュニア選手も輩出実績があります。 交剣知愛という言葉を掲げ剣道の稽古を通して生涯学べる剣道場であります。お気軽にご連絡ください。