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Modern Bushido by Toshishiro Obata

In this new work, renowned martial artist Toshishiro Obata sets forth a thorough system of philosophy culled from the traditions of thought that shaped Japanese warrior culture for a millenium. His treatise explores the teachings of the bushi and the samurai way of life, and in doing so illumines their enduring relevance and undiminished value even within (or especially within) the context of modern living. Modern Bushido serves as a touchstone for the various diverse ways of living in contemporary society, as well as a source of guidance and inspiration to readers of all disciplines and backgrounds.

Available in paperback and hardcover. 232 pages.
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**ORDERING & MORE INFORMATION**

Welcome to the International Shinkendo Federation Home Page. We are an organization dedicated to teaching authentic Japanese swordsmanship, under the guidance and leadership of Obata Toshishiro.

The Honbu Dojo (World Headquarters) is located at 320 E. 2nd St. in the Little Tokyo district of Los Angeles, California, USA, with authorized branches around the world.

On this page you will find information about Shinkendo Japanese swordsmanship, and about its founder and headmaster, Obata Toshishiro. There is also a listing of officially-licensed dojo around the world where you may study with us, as well as information about the Aikido and Toyama Ryu Iaido classes led by Obata-kaiso.

Shinkendo on USC's Impact

University of Southern California students Joshua Woo and Conrad Wilton recently produced a documentary on Shinkendo as part of the university's Impact television program. Woo, a member of the USC Shinkendo Club as well as the Honbu Dojo, narrates the piece.

Shinkendo: Samurai Swordsmanship now available on DVD
Ordering & more information

Fall 2012 ISF Newsletter now available
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• 2013 May Instructors Seminar
MAY 17TH-19TH, 2013
The first instructors seminar of the year will be led by Toshishiro Obata-kaiso and Yukishiro-nidai soke at the Honbu Dojo in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles, CA. This seminar is open to instructors and advanced students.
Please phone or e-mail with any questions.
For the latest information on this event, please visit the seminar information page and the bulletin board thread.
Registration form [PDF] & seminar flyer [PDF] now available.
*Photo by Michishiro Obata

For a full listing of seminars and other events, please consult the calendar. If you wish to attend a seminar, please notify your instructor.
   • MAY 17TH-19TH, 2013 – INSTRUCTORS SEMINAR at Honbu Dojo
   • JULY 4TH-7TH, 2013 – Hungary
   • AUGUST 16TH-18TH, 2013 – SHOCHU-GEIKO SEMINAR at Honbu Dojo
   • SEPTEMBER 6TH-8TH, 2013 – Livermore, CA [Shinrei Dojo]
   • SEPTEMBER 13TH-15TH, 2013 – Illinois [Sojokan Dojo]
   • SEPTEMBER 25TH-30TH, 2013 – Switzerland
   • OCTOBER 18TH-20TH, 2013 – INSTRUCTORS SEMINAR at Honbu Dojo
   • NOVEMBER 4TH-11TH, 2013 – Indonesia

• 2013 Keiko Hajime Seminar
JANUARY 18TH-20TH, 2013
Keiko Hajime 2013 was attended by students and instructors from various dojo, including a number of first-time participants.
For information about this event, please visit the seminar information page and the bulletin board thread.
*Photo by Peter K. of Shinrei Dojo

• 2012 October Instructors Seminar
OCTOBER 19TH-21ST, 2012
This October saw our second and final instructors seminar of 2012, led by Toshishiro Obata-kaiso and Yukishiro-nidai soke at the Honbu Dojo in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles, CA.
For the more information on this event, please visit the bulletin board thread.
*Photo by Cheng Cheng

• Nisei Week Festival Demonstration
AUGUST 18TH, 2012 @ 12:30PM
On Saturday, August 18th, the ISF Honbu Dojo demonstrated Shinkendo, Aikido, Toyama-Ryū Battōdō, and Bōjutsu at the annual Nisei Week Festival. The demonstration took place at JACCC Plaza, located at 244 S. San Pedro Street in Los Angeles at 2nd Street, adjacent to the Honbu Dojo. For more information on the festival, visit the Nisei Week website.
*Photos by Yue Ning

• March 2011 ISF Newsletter (PDF) [mid-res] [high-res]
• June 2011 ISF Newsletter (PDF) [mid-res] [high-res]
• Winter 2011 ISF Newsletter (PDF) [mid-res] [high-res]
• Toshishiro Obata: 60 Years (Click to View/Order)

Prospective students interested in studying or receiving private instruction in Japanese swordsmanship, Aikido, and/or other Japanese martial arts in the Los Angeles area can make an appointment to visit the Shinkendo Honbu Dojo in Little Tokyo.

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