Join us at JCC for a lecture and a close-up demonstration of 12 different types of Budō or martial arts, co-organised with the Nippon Budōkan.

Budō is a form of Japanese physical culture that has its origins in the ancient tradition of bushidō – literally, “the way of the warrior.” They include Judo, Kendo, Kyudo, Sumo, Karatedo, Aikido, Shorinji Kempo, Naginata, Jukendo, Hokushin Itto-Ryu Kenjutsu, Hozoin-ryu Takada-ha Sojutsu and Okinawa Goju-Ryu Bujutsu. Practitioners of Budō develop technical martial skills while striving to unify of mind, technique and body; to develop their character; to enhance their sense of morality; and to cultivate a respectful and courteous demeanour. Thus, Budō serves as a path to self-perfection.

The lecture will be presented by Mr Onda Koji, Kendo Hanshi 8th Dan, Chief Kendo Lecturer in the House of Representatives. In his lecture, he will focus on what he learned from practicing Kendo, along with concepts common to other Budō or martial arts — including the principles that resonate with all Budō and lessons from the samurai spirit.

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If the registration is full, or you would like to cancel your registration, please e-mail us at jcc@sn.mofa.go.jp. We regret that there is limited capacity, kindly register early to avoid disappointment. ALL EVENTS ARE FREE OF CHARGE.

Please inform us at least 3 days before the event if you and/or your accompanying guest are unable to make it. No-show registrants will be noted and be given lower priority for our future events.

Born in 1960, Mr Onda Koji is a member of the All-Japan Kendo Federation's Instructor Development Committee and Chief Kendo Lecturer in the House of Representatives.

His achievements include winning the All Japan KENDO 8-DAN Tournament and the All Japan Interprefecture Kendo Championship. He has also participated in numerous All-Japan Championships and the National Athletic Meet.

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Getting to Japan Creative Centre
4 Nassim Road Singapore 258372
Tel: +65-6737-0434

By Public Bus:
Bus services: 7, 36, 77, 105, 106, 111, 123, 132, 174, 174E, 502, 502A, 502B (Alight in front of Delfi Orchard)
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By the MRT:
You may also take the MRT to the nearest MRT station, Orchard (NS22).
Train fares, travel times and route maps are available on the SMRT website.

Driving to JCC:
Nearest parking is at Orchard Hotel, Delfi Orchard and Orchard Rendezvous Hotel.