A Topic of Much Debate: Machine Stitched vs Hand Stitched Bogu In part two of this Bogu Buying Guide I will take a look at the different methods used to sew the Futon of the Kendogu. For many the idea of owning a set

This week I was extremely lucky to join in an AEUSKF keiko session with Kamei Sensei, Hanshi Hachi-dan, from Kumamoto Prefecture in southern Japan.  Kamei Sensei is a well known shiai player who has participated in multiple high level competitions. Earlier this year Kamei

In this post, I'm not going to specify which particular set of Bogu you should purchase. Rather I will give some tips I have picked up over the past few years. I have a problem when it comes to Bogu, since day one

Its been almost 2 months since the WKC in Tokyo. I'm sure for many it was the final piece on a long road of preparation and hard work. And I'm sure I'm not the only one to have taken a well deserved break! 

Now that the lodgings for competitors and delegation members have been confirmed, I'd like to introduce some top attractions near by.  This is a list of my personal must sees that are within walking distance or a short train journey away from the

I've already spoken about how to get to and from the Airports Narita and Haneda. In this post I'll focus on getting around Tokyo itself.   Once you arrive at your hotel/ryokan you will want to start exploring. The best way to do

This time I'll be taking a look at how to get to and from Haneda Airport. Haneda is located within Tokyo itself and is a much more convenient option (if available when booking) for arriving in Tokyo.  For Narita Airport CLICK HERE. Note, Haneda

Hi there, you may have noticed I have done some redecorating of the blog recently. That's all thanks to my wonderful creative director Ms. Nori Kato.  What you might not know is that I run this blog almost entirely off of my smartphone.

With the 16th World Kendo Championship fast approaching, teams and spectators are beginning to prepare their trips to Tokyo. In response to some email requests, I'll do my best to create a guide to getting around Tokyo.  For Haneda Airport CLICK HERE First

Part four of the series, Kendo Stores of Tokyo This time I'll be introducing Takeshima Budogu. We will be taking a quick step out of Tokyo into neighboring Kanagawa.  Takeshima Budogu is located just across the Tama River south of Setagaya, one of Tokyo's

Burning off the hot dogs and pizza with some New Years Keiko! My first practice of the year was after almost 4 weeks break following my trip to New York for the Holidays.  Sunday 11th: I had my first Keiko of 2015 at

End of year keiko saw a jump in performance! December 15th - 19th Monday 15th Following my move in weekend, I took a night off after work. No Run.  Tuesday 16th Good condition, well rested. I had decided to focus on only very