■ Messages from the Dojo Head
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General Class Training During Silver WeekGeneral Class training will be held as usual on Monday, September 21 (Respect for the Aged Day), and Wednesday, September 23 (Autumnal Equinox Day). The Children's Class will not meet on either date.
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Training Canceled on September 9We extend our heartfelt sympathies to everyone affected by the disaster on September 8.
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Current Membership as of September 2026General Class: 40 members (30 men and 10 women, including 8 junior and senior high school students). Children's Class: 12 members (4 boys and 8 girls; 7 elementary school students and 5 junior high school students).
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Children's Class: Temporary Pause on New EnrollmentsNew enrollment for the Children's Class is temporarily suspended.
We expect to reopen enrollment around December 2026.
Class observation remains available. Please contact us in advance if you would like to visit. -
Children's Class Videos Changed to Recorded, On-Demand ViewingSince August 2026, Children's Class videos have been recorded for later viewing rather than livestreamed. Videos are shared as unlisted videos for parents, and viewing links are provided only to parents.
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Women’s Changing Room Key ManagementTo help ensure privacy and an appropriate environment in the women’s changing room, from August 16, 2026, locking and unlocking the room will, in principle, be limited to female members. Each female member will be issued an individual key. Please see the Dojo Head to receive your key.
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English Inquiries: Please Contact Us in Advance
English inquiries are welcome, but English-speaking instructors may not always be available. Please contact us in advance before visiting.
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Adult Class: Beginners Welcome
In the adult class, about half of the members are experienced aikido practitioners with dan ranks, while the other half are white-belt members who joined within the past three years. The class is not only for experienced practitioners; we also value an atmosphere where beginners can participate comfortably and at their own pace.
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Roof Repair Work
We will be conducting roof repair work from Saturday, June 27, 2026, to Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Although the schedule may vary slightly, the construction hours will be from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause to our neighbors and kindly ask for your understanding and cooperation.
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Training on Public HolidaysTraining sessions will be held as scheduled on the following public holidays: Marine Day, Monday, July 20; Sports Day, Monday, October 12; and Labor Thanksgiving Day, Monday, November 23.
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Visits and Trial LessonsIf you wish to visit or participate in a trial lesson, please contact the Dojo in advance to make a reservation.
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Golden Week ClosureShōwa Dōjō will be closed during the Golden Week holidays, from Friday, May 1 through Wednesday, May 6.
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Training on Public Holidays in Early 2026Training will take place as usual on the following public holidays: Monday, January 12, Coming of Age Day; Wednesday, February 11, National Foundation Day; Monday, February 23, Emperor's Birthday; and Wednesday, April 29, Shōwa Day.
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New Year GreetingsWishing you a prosperous and peaceful New Year.
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Essay PublishedThe essay “O-sensei’s Spiritual and Religious Foundation of Aikido” has been published.
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Air Conditioner Installed in the Girls' Changing RoomAn air conditioner has been installed in the girls' changing room.
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Live Streaming of the Children’s ClassStarting August 4, Shōwa Dōjō will begin live streaming the children’s class training sessions, available exclusively for parents.
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Air Conditioning InstallationFrom July 27, Shōwa Dōjō will install two Daikin air conditioners, each designed for an area of 70 square meters.
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Parking RequestPlease refrain absolutely from blocking parking spaces in the vicinity.