Tora Kendo Dojo London

30/05/2026

Relive London Cup in this ippon highlights reel 💥 Keep up the great spirit. See you next year!

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27/05/2026

What do the referees think about London Cup tournament? Did they fight? What do they have to say to kendo beginners? Follow to find out! This is the last bit of London Cup interview. We’d like to thank all of those who showed up in front of the camera, our teammate who lent us the shooting equipment , the video editors and everyone who liked and reposted this. We hope you’ve enjoyed them!

26/05/2026

To my readers around the world,

I hope these books will offer guidance and encouragement throughout your journey in kendo and in life. May the lessons within these pages help you grow not only as a swordsman, but also as a person.

21/05/2026

Kendo tournaments can’t run without volunteers. What are their jobs? What’s the most difficult tasks? And whose job do they want to take the most 👀 Follow Heidi to find out.

Big thanks to video editor .y_lam

20/05/2026

Dear Sensei,

My name is Aurélia Blanchard, 7th Dan from France.

I am organizing the 4th edition of the Women Aki Taikai, which will take place in Eaubonne, near Paris, from October 2nd to 4th.

The aim of this event is to bring together women kendoka from different countries to practice together, share experience, and strengthen our international connections.

The program will be:
– Friday evening: joint keiko for all participants
– Saturday: 7th Dan women will teach participants grouped by grade
– Sunday: individual tournament by grade, from kyu to 7th Dan

Most of the top European female competitors usually attend this event. With the World Championships approaching in the coming months, it could also be a valuable opportunity for high-level competitors to gain meaningful international experience.

It would truly be an honor and a great joy if you could join us. Your presence and perspective would be very meaningful for all participants.

Here is the Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/womenakitaikai

If you are willing, it would also be wonderful if you could share the event within your kendo network.

Thank you very much for your time and consideration.

With respect,
Aurélia Blanchard

🍁 Le plus grand rassemblement européen de Kendo Féminin. Le Women Aki Taikai a lieu chaque l'automne, il est animé par une vingtaine de Sensei Féminin venues du monde entier 🌍

20/05/2026

Dear Kendo Friends & Sensei,

We are pleased to inform you that this year’s championship will be held on;

Saturday 14th November for team and ladies individuals

Sunday 15th November for Terry Holt Junior Championship

We would like to kindly request your assistance as a shinpan for the event on both days. The final schedule will be confirmed later.

Please let us know at your earliest convenience if you are able to join as a shinpan. Additionally, if you have any questions, or if you are able to recommend other potential shinpan candidates, we would be most grateful.

If you need an accommodation to book, please let us know.

Thank you very much for your support, and we look forward to hearing from you.

10/05/2026

What we love even more than the fight is the friendship and memories. Follow the Linktree url https://linktr.ee/toralondoncup Spot you and your friends in this year’s photos. Huge thank you to all of the photographers this year | Cyan | Chris Seto | | Andrew Moss | Phil Hutchinson

09/05/2026

Follow Heidi Gu to 2026 London Cup! We asked the competitors some serious questions: What’s for breakfast? What is their fighting song? What should be normalised in kendo? What would they tell a complete beginner? Stay tuned for more videos incoming!