Kenma Kai
May 20–23, 2026 · Chicago, IL
In the days leading up to Go Ryu Ki, Goseikan Kendo Dojo will host a series of Kenma Kai and keiko sessions open to all interested dojo and kenshi. A reception will follow the Saturday evening welcome keiko. The Kenma Kai is included with registration at no additional cost.
Go Ryu Ki falls at a unique moment in the kendo calendar — one of the last major seminars and tournaments before the Kendo National Championships in July.
Week Schedule
- Wednesday, May 20 — Kenma Kai with Kato Sensei and Koda Sensei (location & time to be announced)
- Thursday, May 21 — Keiko with Kato Sensei at Goseikan (regular class time; may move to a larger venue)
- Friday, May 22 — Pre-week programming TBD
- Saturday, May 23 — Kenma Kai / welcome keiko with Kato Sensei (location & time to be announced)
Guest Sensei
Shozo Kato Sensei
8 Dan Kyoshi
Head Instructor, Shidogakuin (New York)
Kunihide Koda Sensei
8 Dan Hanshi
Head Instructor, Tsukuba University (Japan)