Kendo, the Way of the Sword, is the Art of Japanese Fencing. Kendo is one of the oldest and most celebrated of the Japanese martial arts and is held in high regard in Japan as an important cultural legacy. Kendo has transcended its bloody origins in Japan's feudal past to become a modern martial discipline that instills courtesy, humility, self-control and fighting spirit through mentally intense and physically rigorous training.  Interested? Drop by the dojo to watch a practice.

For more information about kendo print or download our Beginner's Guide to Kendo and Terminology Guide.

About Boston Kendo Kyokai

Boston Kendo Kyokai, founded in 1980, is commited to promoting kendo in Eastern Massachusetts by conducting regular kendo practice, holding demonstrations and exhibitions, sponsoring seminars and joint practices, participating in regional and national tournaments, and publicizing kendo on-line and through other media. Boston Kendo Kyokai is a member of the All United States Kendo Federation and the All Eastern United States Kendo Federation.

Boston Kendo Kyokai is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization.

Boston Kendo Kyokai follows a standard curriculum as promulgated by the All Japan Kendo Federation.

Membership

Details on how you can apply for membership on our Membership Info Page . The membership application form is also available here.

We always recommend that you visit our dojo and watch a practice before joining.  Boston Kendo Kyokai is open to all who would like to learn kendo, regardless of race, color, creed, national orign, gender or sexual orientation. We welcome all, beginners and experienced kenshi alike. We have several open enrollment periods during the year for beginners with no kendo experience. 

Visiting Kenshi are welcome, please email first.

Zekken

When it’s the time to get your bogu, one essential item is the zekken, a name tag that goes on your tare. Not having a zekken makes it very difficult  for other Kenshi to recognize you when wearing your men. Contact Konno-sensei with the following info:

    1) Your last name (that goes at the bottom in English alphabet)

    2) If you want the BKK Wheel in the middle, which is the official team zekken, or your name in Japanese in the middle if you prefer. 

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