{"id":3071,"date":"2026-03-05T00:09:29","date_gmt":"2026-03-04T15:09:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shikukai.org\/?page_id=3071"},"modified":"2026-03-05T18:15:10","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T09:15:10","slug":"join","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/shikukai.org\/en\/join\/","title":{"rendered":"Membership Recruitment"},"content":{"rendered":"

Free Trial Available!<\/h1>\n

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Shikukai Dojo in Miyamae-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa Prefecture, is recruiting members for both children and adults.<\/h3>\n

Beginners welcome. Parents and children are welcome.<\/h3>\n

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Start with a 1-month free trial<\/h2>\n

No membership fee is required during the trial period, up to one month.
Bogu (protective gear) and shinai (bamboo swords) are available for loan, so you can participate without them.
Only a tour is possible.<\/p>\n

*There is no parental duty system (lock-picking, tea duty, etc.).<\/p>\n

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Training schedule (4 times a week)<\/h2>\n

Wed. and Fri.<\/strong>
Children from 17:00, Adults from 18:30<\/p>\n

Sat\/Sun<\/strong>
Children from 8:30 a.m., Adults from 10:30 a.m.<\/p>\n

Participation is free. You can practice at your own pace, less or more.
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Membership fee<\/h2>\n

Admission fee 3,000 yen
Monthly membership fee 5,000 yen (*Half price for the third member and thereafter)<\/p>\n

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Withdrawal \/ Suspension<\/h2>\n

Please send at least one month in advance.
When reinstating membership, you will need to reapply for membership.<\/p>\n

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Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong> <\/span>\r\nQ. Is it OK if I am a complete beginner?<\/strong>
A. Yes, that's okay. We will carefully instruct you from the basics.\r\n\r\nQ. How old do I have to be to join?<\/strong>
A. Membership is open to preschoolers and up. Preschool children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.\r\n\r\n Q. Can parents and children experience and enroll together?<\/strong>
A. Yes, it is possible. Some families practice with both parents and children.\r\n\r\nQ. Can I just take a look around?<\/strong>
A. Yes, you can visit only. Please contact us in advance.\r\n\r\nQ. Can I participate without protective gear?<\/strong>
A. Yes. During the trial period, protective gear and shinai are available for loan.\r\n\r\nQ. What should I wear for the experience?<\/strong>
A. Please wear comfortable clothing. Clothing can be rented.\r\n\r\n\"\"<\/a><\/pre>\n
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Finally.<\/h3>\n
Kendo is a martial art that can be started by any age and experience.
Adult beginners, women, and those who have not held a shinai in a while also practice together.
Please come and feel the atmosphere of the dojo.
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\u25b6 Click here to make an appointment for a trial or tour.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n
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