Independence Day Holiday 2026

The dojo will be closed in celebration of the July 4th Independence Day holiday beginning on Friday, July 3rd, 2026. Classes will resume on Wednesday, July 8th, 2026.

Taisho Kosho — The View from a Broad and Elevated Place 大所高所

Saru Mo Ki Kara Ochiru — Even Monkeys Fall from Trees 猿も木から落ちる

June 2026 Rank Testing

Bushi Ni Nigon Wa Nai — A Karateka Does Not Speak Twice 武士に二言はない

Nen — Mindfulness 念 [edition 2026]

Tekizai Tekisho — The Right Person in the Right Place 適材適所

Blackbelt Selection 2026

Blackbelt Testing is an annual event that lasts several months and culminates in Blackbelt Week in the Fall. The key dates for Selection in 2026 have been announced.

Kagami Biraki Behind the Scenes: Making the Shikiski Board

Karatedō Gift Certificates: The Spectacular Gift

Blackbelt Week Events 2025

Blackbelt Selection 2025

Golden Week: Spring Break at the Dojo

Blackbelt Week Events 2024

Independence Day Holiday 2026

The dojo will be closed in celebration of the July 4th Independence Day holiday beginning on Friday, July 3rd, 2026. Classes will resume on Wednesday, July 8th, 2026.

June 2026 Rank Testing

Memorial Day Holiday 2026

Golden Week 2026: Dojo Spring Break

April 2026 Rank Testing

Easter Holiday Schedule 2026

Women's Self Defense Seminar 2026 Moves to May 16