March 7–8, 2026
Takami Masaru
Winterthur, Switzerland
The different kind of Kendo Seminars
Go-Ken gathers top Kendō players and instructors, pushing training beyond the basics.
Next Seminar: Hikaru Iwabu
September 19–20, 2026
About
Go-Ken ( 剛剣 = strong sword ) is a Kendo seminar series far from the usual. With a broad mix of professional and semi-professional Kendō players and instructors, we want to provide an experience outside of basic focused seminars.
What makes Go-Ken different?
In-Depth and advanced topics over basics
Practical execution over theory
High level participants & teachers
Jitsugyodan and high-school instructors
Participation culture
Why join a Go-Ken seminar?
Preperation for Shinsa & Shiai alike
Learn to adapt to unknown styles
Develop perspectives outside of routine keiko
Experience a broader variety of Kendo styles
Draw inspiration from uncommon teacher types
The Seminars
September 19–20, 2026
Hikaru Iwabu
Winterthur, Switzerland
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Q1 2027
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Q3 2027
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March 7–8, 2026
Takami Masaru
Winterthur, Switzerland
September 19–20, 2026
Hikaru Iwabu
Winterthur, Switzerland
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Q1 2027
To be announced
To be announced
Coming soon
Q3 2027
To be announced
To be announced
Coming soon