Train traditional Kobudo at the historic Sugino Dojo near JR Kawasaki Station. Learn basic and film-used samurai kata in a preserved training space once connected to Seven Samurai choreography.
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The tatami-smooth floor takes your weight and the wooden bokken hums like an old instrument as you step into a compact dojo a ten-minute walk from JR Kawasaki Station. Sunlight from a single window sets the dust motes moving; the instructor’s voice slices the quiet and the city beyond feels a world away.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Basic mobility and joint health; able to kneel, step deliberately, and perform light core and shoulder work.
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History
Yoshio Sugino, a respected koryu swordsman, preserved traditional kata and contributed choreography for mid-century film; the dojo continues family-led instruction.
Conservation
The dojo functions as a living cultural site—respectful behavior preserves fragile tatami floors, wooden weapons and an oral teaching lineage; minimize impact and follow house rules.
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Meet at JR Kawasaki Station
Plan to arrive 10–15 minutes early; the group walks from the station to the dojo together.
Wear undergarments for the gi
Bring comfortable innerwear and shorts to wear under the provided dojo uniform for modesty and movement.
Hydrate and pace yourself
Three hours of training includes standing, kneeling and repetitive motions—sip water before class and during breaks.
Follow dojo etiquette
Silence phones, remove shoes before entering, and follow instructor cues for safety and respect.
Moisture-wicking underwear/shorts
Worn under the provided gi for comfort and hygiene during movement.
Light athletic base layer
Breathable top to wear beneath the gi in cooler months or if you sweat heavily.
Small towel
Useful to mop hands or forehead during breaks and to place on the bench when changing.
Foldable, quiet bag
A compact bag to stow shoes and personal items neatly outside the training space.