Ono-ha Itto-ryu USA

04/01/2025

Last year, Yabuki Yuji, 18th Soke of Ono-ha Itto-ryu and Kendo 8 Dan, published a book in Japan introducing swords, licenses, letters, and other artifacts held by the Reigakudo.

Now, I am pleased to announce the English translation of that work.

In this book, you will find:

- Authentic Ono-ha Itto-ryu licenses held by the Reigakudo

- Letters from kendo icons Takano Sasaburo, Naito Takaharu, Ogawa Kinnosuke, Saimura Goro, and Sasamori Junzo, never before published

- A Rare Muromachi Period short sword crafted by the legendary Kaneie swordsmiths

- Swords by master swordsmith Nigara Kunitoshi – a Living National Treasure and Mukansa

- An overview of how these swords are used in actual kenjutsu practice at the Reigakudo

- Introduction to Shin Muso Hayashizaki-ryu by Ishizaki Toru, the current Soke

Including over 50 stunning color photos, this book will be of interest to martial arts enthusiasts, sword collectors, and anyone fascinated by Japan’s rich warrior heritage.

Available now at Amazon, Barnes & Noble and other major booksellers.

https://a.co/d/c8RvzwC

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03/30/2025

Hi All,

I wanted to let everyone know of an organizational change in Pennsylvania.

The study group in PA formerly associated with the Itten Dojo is now the Martial Arts Preservation Association (MAPA). We are at a new location as well. Be sure to check out our new website for training days and times, location, upcoming events, and other information.

Pennsylvania
Martial Arts Preservation Association (Pennsylvania)
Mr. Randy Manning (Daihyōsha)
https://www.martialartspreservation.com/

In the meantime, if you are interested in training in North America, feel free to reach out to the points of contact listed below for more information.

Southern California
Nichigetsu Keikojō & Beikoku Shibu
Mr. Nathan Scott (Shibuchō)
http://ittoryu.org/

Northern California
Hokutō Keikojō
Mr. Dustin Acuff (Daihyōsha)
https://www.hokutodojo.com/

Rhode Island
Joshima Keikojō
Mr. Robin McGuirl (Daihyōsha)
http://www.joshimabudo.com/

Texas
Tanzou Seishinkan Teikei Dōjō
Mr. Chris Noelck (Daihyōsha)
[email protected]

New York City
Contact Valiant Yueng Sensei of the New York Ryushin kan for training opportunities in New York.
https://www.ryushinkanny.com/

Ottawa
Ono-ha Itto-ryu Ottawa
Contact Mr Julian Straub for training opportunities in Ottawa, Canada
[email protected]

Instructor at Large
Mark Hague. One of two certified instructors of the Reigakudō in the U.S., Hague routinely teaches in the U.S. and Europe on behalf of the Reigakudo. Use the the email below for a seminar schedule or general inquiries.
[email protected]

Purpose

03/30/2025

From 21 to 23 March, the Reigakudo, headquarters of Ono-ha Itto-ryu in Japan, hosted a training camp for both domestic and international students. The three day seminar was attended by over 100 people and led by Yabuki Yuji, Soke of Ono-ha Itto-ryu, Chokugen-ryu, and Kendo 8 Dan. The last day featured demonstrations by senior members of the Reigakudo and distinguished headmasters of other koryu.

Flanking Yabuki Soke in the photo are members of the Martial Arts Preservation Association of Central PA, who were honored to attend the event. It will take months for everyone to mentally download and process the information put out during this outstanding training.

Yabuki Soke’s next seminar will be in the beautiful and historic city of Ferrara, Italy from May 9-11.

For more information on upcoming training opportunities with Yabuki Soke and other senior members of the Reigakudo, check the MAPA website at www.martialartspreservation.com.

01/31/2025

If you are in Ottawa, Canada and interested in practicing authentic Ono-ha Itto-ryu, feel free to contact Julian Straub at Ono-ha Itto-ryu Ottawa at the link below.

You can also send an email to: [email protected]

https://sites.google.com/view/onoha-ittoryu-ottawa/?fbclid=IwY2xjawIE2ItleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHVY2aI85I7WA2kxZvjMIxY0HXEW4QqqmJFPS3NTCsONd-QzjeMjpMdaZkw_aem_yYnY6YoHmNE_OjuCBph7vw

Photo © Grigoris Miliaresis. Used with permission.

10/16/2024

Hi All,

I wanted to update everyone on training opportunities in the Americas. See the list below for Ono-ha Itto-ryu dojo in the U.S.

The number of dojo in the Americas continues to grow, so check back periodically to see if one opens near you.

In the meantime, if you are interested in training, feel free to reach out to the points of contact listed below for more information.

Southern California
Nichigetsu Keikojō & Beikoku Shibu
Mr. Nathan Scott (Shibuchō)
http://ittoryu.org/

Northern California
Hokutō Keikojō
Mr. Dustin Acuff (Daihyōsha)
https://www.hokutodojo.com/

Pennsylvania
Itten Keikojō (Pennsylvania)
Mr. Randy Manning (Daihyōsha)
https://www.ittendojo.org/

Rhode Island
Joshima Keikojō
Mr. Robin McGuirl (Daihyōsha)
http://www.joshimabudo.com/

Texas
Tanzou Seishinkan Teikei Dōjō
Mr. Chris Noelck (Daihyōsha)
[email protected]

New York City
Contact Valiant Yueng Sensei of the New York Ryushin kan for training opportunities in New York.
https://www.ryushinkanny.com/

Instructor at Large
Mark Hague. One of two certified instructors of the Reigakudō in the U.S., Hague routinely teaches in the U.S. and Europe on behalf of the Reigakudo. Use the the email below for a seminar schedule or general inquiries.
[email protected]

Tution is $70/month. We do not require a contract. We have an easy monthly billing service that you can cancel or change at any time.

08/11/2024

I am excited to report that Yabuki Yuji, 18th Soke of Ono-ha Itto-ryu, passed the examination for 8th Dan in Kendo during the Kendo 8th Dan Examination, held on 11 August in Aichi, Japan.

Out of 445 candidates tested, only 12 were promoted, for a pass rate of 2.7%.

Please join me in congratulating Yabuki Soke on this tremendous accomplishment!

Kendo 8th Dan Examination（Aichi）2nd Day の組合せや結果、見所や選手などの紹介、写真ギャラリー、動画などをご覧になれます。

06/01/2024

I’m pleased to announce that the next volume of the Secrets of Itto-ryu is out on Amazon. Note that this is Book Four of the series. Books Two, Three, and Five are forthcoming.

Book Four covers the densho, the scrolls that contain the esoteric secrets of the school. So, if you are interested in the school`s secrets and how they inform one’s practice, check out the book.

Secrets of Itto-ryu: Book Four

05/21/2024

Grigoris Miliaresis of Hiden Magazine and Budo Japan posted a review of “Secrets of Itto-ryu: Book One”and “Uraveling the Cords,”the two latest books addressing Japanese koryu.

Bunbu, the balance between martial arts and literary arts, has been one of the ideals of Japanese martial arts for centuries and it is as important today as it was in the Muromachi Period when feudal lords compiled the kakun, the house codes their samurai sh……

05/05/2024

The second video of the series on Ono-ha Itto-ryu has been released!

This one covers the Kodachi, Hoshato, Goten, and parts of the Hakkiriai kata. Be sure to check it out.

A sword school that achieves certain victory in one beat Purging away intrigue and evil spirits, disposing of our own greed, casting away the clouds of darkness…

12/24/2023

The latest video on Ono-ha Itto-ryu has been released! It was filmed at the Reigakudo and produced by BAB Japan.

You can either buy the DVD from Amazon Japan or get it on demand at the link below.

The DVD is all in Japanese while the on demand version has English subtitles. Translation is by Grigoris Miliaresis.

Check it out.

A sword school that achieves certain victory in one beat Obstinacy, selfishness, egotism, fear... First you cut down your own mind Founded by Ito Ittosai,and…

12/15/2023

The podcast, Walking With the Tengu, reviewed the book Secrets of Itto-ryu: Book One. Check it out to hear a unique perspective on the life and exploits of Ito Ittosai, the founder of Itto-ryu.

A podcast exploring classic writings as they relate to the modern martial artist. To sign up for new episode notifications and to receive the "Very Brief Introduction to Philosophy for Martial Artists" PDF go to: walkingtengu.wix.com/tengu and scroll to the bottom to enter your email.

12/11/2023

For the latest interview with Yabuki Yuji, Soke of Ono-ha Itto-ryu, see the link. It is a translation of an interview between him and Hiden Magazine that appeared in their November 2023 issue. Yabuki Soke speaks about his career as a kendoka in the Metropolitan Police Department, police kendo, and some common ground it has with Ono-ha Itto-ryu. This is sure to be of interest to kenjutsuka and kendoka alike.

Translation is by Grigoris Miliaresis.

Text: Taito-chi Translation: Grigoris MiliaresisStill living within kendo, Itto-ryu’s Kiriotoshi: The reasoning, distancing and mental aspects of the classical school’s “win –then strike” principle Police kendo is known for its fierceness; a fierceness……

11/24/2023

I am happy to announce that the 18th Soke of Ono-ha Itto-ryu will visit the US in April 2024 to host a public seminar.

For more information, see below and check out the following link: https://nichigetsukai.org/seminar.html

09/03/2023

For those who live in or around Providence, Rhode Island, I’m pleased to announce the newest study group of Ono-ha Itto-ryu in the US.

Please check out the Joshima Dojo: http://www.joshimabudo.com/ for training dates, times, and contact information.

02/03/2023

I had some recent queries about where people can train in mainline Ono-ha Itto-ryu in the US. For those interested, below are some links that provide information on locations, times and contact information for instructors.

Note: I updated the original post to add the Hokuto Dojo in Northern California.

http://www.ittoryu.org/
https://www.ittendojo.org/
https://www.hokutodojo.com/

The Hokutō Dōjō brings instruction in Classical Japanese Aikijūjutsu and Kenjutsu to the Roseville and greater Sacramento areas.

02/01/2023

I had some recent queries about where people can train in mainline Ono-ha Itto-ryu in the US. For those interested, below are some links that provide information on locations, times and contact information for instructors:

http://www.ittoryu.org/

https://www.ittendojo.org/

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02/01/2023

I am pleased to announce that the first translation of Sasamori Junzo's "Secrets of Itto-ryu" (Japanese title: Itto-ryu Gokui) is available on Amazon. This is the first in a series of translations that will cover the entire book, which is 640 pages long.

Secrets of Itto-ryu: Book One

12/27/2017

http://budojapan.com/feature-articles/ono-ha-itto-ryus-takemi-sasamori-a-tribute-from-abroad/

In the December 2017 issue of Hiden Magazine, Grigoris Miliaresis published a tribute to the late Sasamori Takemi, 17th Soke of Ono-ha Itto-ryu. Follow the link above to read the English language version on-line.

New!Ono-ha Itto-ryu’s Takemi Sasamori: A tribute from abroad Text by Grigoris A.Miliaresis Even if you’re not a Christian, growing in Greece you can’t not know what August 15 is: it’s the anniversary of the Dormition of the Mother of God, i.e. the death of Virgin Mary and one of the country�...