Kenma Kai

May 20–23, 2026  ·  Chicago, IL

In the days leading up to Go Ryu Ki, Goseikan Kendo will host a series of Kenma Kai and keiko sessions open to all registered dojos and kenshi. 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 at Choyokan Kendo Dojo (3900 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618), 6:30–9:00 PM. Afterparty at Old Irving Brewing.
  • Thursday, May 21 — Open keiko with Kato Sensei at Rooted Space (4432 N Ravenswood Ave B, Chicago, IL 60640), 7:45–9:45 PM
  • Friday, May 22 — Off day — no public programming
  • Saturday, May 23 — Open keiko with Kato Sensei at Choyokan Kendo Dojo (3900 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618), 10 AM–12 PM. Welcome party at Konbini & Kanpai, 7–10 PM.
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Guest Sensei

Shozo Kato Sensei

Shozo Kato Sensei

8 Dan Kyoshi

Head Instructor, Shidogakuin (New York)

Kunihide Koda Sensei

Kunihide Koda Sensei

8 Dan Hanshi

Head Instructor, Tsukuba University (Japan)