Roshukai Ireland Iaido

Roshukai Ireland Iaido We are a Dojo that practices Muso Jikiden Eishin Ryu Iaido and follow the teachings of Iwata Norikazu Sensei.

The Yoshikan Dojo, was founded March 1996 by Greg Livingstone, the aim was to provide instruction in Muso Jikiden Eishen Ryu Iaido, in Northern Ireland. The dojo is a member of the Roshukai, which follows the teachings of the late Iwata Norikazu Sensei, founder of the Roshukai. He established the Roshukai to follow the teachings of the Oe Sensei 17th and last undisputed Soke of the Muso Jikiden Eishin Ryu.

26/09/2026

Eishin Ryu Tachi Waza no Bu,
Iai demonstration for the Japan Society of Northern Ireland.

We have a small Embu to perform for the Japan Society of Northern Ireland tomorrow.
18/09/2026

We have a small Embu to perform for the Japan Society of Northern Ireland tomorrow.

A great turnout from various countries for the visiting Sensei, Yoshinouchi Sensei from Kochi and Coniaris Sensei from A...
14/09/2026

A great turnout from various countries for the visiting Sensei, Yoshinouchi Sensei from Kochi and Coniaris Sensei from Arizona.
A very well organised seminar, the Sensei really tried their best to teach as much as possible on the three day course.

Training with Yoshinouchi Soke and Coniaris Sensei of Kochi Dojo .
12/09/2026

Training with Yoshinouchi Soke and Coniaris Sensei of Kochi Dojo .

Our MJER forms as written down by Iwata Norikazu Sensei.There are many variations, some with less, some with more forms,...
01/09/2026

Our MJER forms as written down by Iwata Norikazu Sensei.
There are many variations, some with less, some with more forms,some even include the Seitei forms alongside them.
Since the 17th Headmaster Oe Masamichi , the MJER has been in a constant splinter, who is the most legitimate, who knows the correct way. It will always be like this, as it was long before Oe Sensei.
All we can do is train and enjoy the journey.

Japanese Swordsmanship by Don Draeger, great historical information, Seitei Kata 1 to 10 explained alongside photographs...
05/04/2026

Japanese Swordsmanship by Don Draeger, great historical information, Seitei Kata 1 to 10 explained alongside photographs.
At the start of the book he shows the correct grip of the Tsuka,as performed by Otake Risuke, showing where the left little finger is off the Kashira.After this we see the Seitei Kata grip, performed by Mitsuzuki Takeshi with the more common closer grip.
Otake Sensei explains in greater detail why Katori Shinto Ryu uses this grip in his own books however most schools, our own MJER uses the closer grip.
Small differences, different reasoning, hopefully same results...
As always, happy to hear other opinions.

A strange position, using the sword in a close situation.How deeply you cut is determined with how you visualiise where...
22/03/2026

A strange position, using the sword in a close situation.How deeply you cut is determined with how you visualiise where your imaginary opponent will be.
We do practice going very deep to have the flexibility if it was actually needed.

Photo by Chris Martin.

Nukitsuki, there are many variations, speed, intensity, target etc. It is likely the first thing we are taught in Iai an...
14/03/2026

Nukitsuki, there are many variations, speed, intensity, target etc. It is likely the first thing we are taught in Iai and is our most practiced technique.
It may be our most important defence ,Sen Sen No Sen.

The Japanese sword, practicality and beauty from the fittings to the blade.
07/03/2026

The Japanese sword, practicality and beauty from the fittings to the blade.

Makino Sensei, from Chiba, he was a great teacher, he trained intensely alone, even as he was in his early 80s at the ti...
26/01/2026

Makino Sensei, from Chiba, he was a great teacher, he trained intensely alone, even as he was in his early 80s at the time.He was deeply interested in applications to the forms.His skill with how to use your body was inspiring, I believe his Karate training helped with his own Iai and teaching Iai.When he heard I was a Karateka as well he did some Karate with me.The translator was also a Karateka so we were all doing Sanchin , with Katana in our Obi, fun times, while I was trying to be strong and getting whacked.
Although not my style, I told Sensei that it was Shotokan that I studied, and his reply was that he used to do Shotokan prior to starting his Goju Ryu training,I asked who his teacher was , Chojun Miyagi was the reply.He knew many things yet when Iwata Sensei spoke about the school he listened intently, like he was just starting out.
Dedication can last a lifetime.

Address

1 Rathgill Parade
Bangor
BT197TZ

Opening Hours

7pm - 8:30pm

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