Washinkan DC

Thank you very much to sensei who visited us recently! We are always grateful to connect with kenshi from around the world. We look forward to seeing you next time! #剣道 #交剣知愛

Excited! See you all there

It was an honor to be invited to Japan-Virginia Night at the Residence of the Ambassador of Japan last night. The event celebrated a robust relationship between Japan and the Commonwealth of Virginia. The night offered an exciting opportunity to strengthen and expand the partnership between the two communities.

We had Crymble sensei and Osawa sensei representing Washinkan at the event. Thank you to the Ambassador of Japan and the embassy for hosting an incredible night.

Photo op with the Ambassador of Japan, Shigeo Yamada.

#剣道 #日本

Reminder, there is no Kendo class today, Sunday 3/22.

We had a special practice today focusing on more advanced techniques and to prepare our members for the many forthcoming tournaments! Mocombe sensei President came from Pittsburgh to join us.

Let’s keep practicing and support one another




#剣道
#稽古

Happy New Year from Washinkan!

We had a great turn out this Sunday at Herndon Community Center and Friday at Dulles South Recreation Center. Great to see old and new faces!

We are currently accepting new beginners at all of our locations! Please reach out to us or the respective community / recreation centers for information and registration.

Looking forward to a great kendo 2026!














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#交剣知愛
#試合

Merry Christmas from all of us at Washinkan!

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#交剣知愛

Reminder, there is no class this Sunday at HCC as they are hosting a crafts event instead.

Remainder of December:
Thursday, 12/11 HCC is the last Thursday class this year
Fridays, 12/5 (tonight), 12/12, and 12/19 (last) are all happening
Sunday, 12/14 and 12/21 are happening
Kendo Holiday Party 12/13, sign up

Inclement Weather:
Washinkan is embedded within many of the local community centers and as such our inclement weather policy typically follows Fairfax/Loudoun County. There may be times that Fairfax/Loudoun remain operational but Washinkan decides to cancel class for the day. Those announcements will be made via email as soon as we can. As always, as conditions vary from area to area in this region, please always keep yourself safe when deciding to travel in bad weather. We will always understand if you choose to stay home.

This weekend has been busy for Washinkan members. Our members are in 3 parts of the world: USA, Japan and Philippines!

Part 3. Philippines. Mandaluyong City.
Last but not least, two of our members originally from the Philippines traveled back to attend the 7th Philippine National Kendo Tournament as a competitor and judge to give back to the community where they started their kendo training. Each year the national tournament has been growing and it is wonderful to see our members contributing to the growth and support of their home country. Thank you

Special congratulations to sensei for achieving 🥇in women’s team.












#剣道
#武道
#練習
#初心
#和心館
#道場
#アメリカ
#米国
#稽古
#交剣知愛
#試合

This weekend has been busy for Washinkan members. Our members are in 3 parts of the world: USA, Japan and Philippines!

Part 2. Japan. Tokyo.
Few of our 3Dan+ members travelled to Japan to participate in the 22nd International Goodwill Kendo Tournament organized by the International Goodwill Kendo club. Over 15 8dan senseis at joint practices and tournament. What a rare experience and can’t wait to hear all about it over some food and drinks!












#剣道
#武道
#練習
#初心
#和心館
#道場
#アメリカ
#米国
#稽古
#交剣知愛
#試合

This weekend has been busy for Washinkan members. Our members are in 3 parts of the world: USA, Japan and Philippines!

Part 1. USA. Columbus, Ohio.
We participated in the 2025 Steve Johnson Memorial Cup hosted by at .official. Our members showed great kendo throughout every individual. We thank everyone who have organized and volunteered to make this tournament happen. Also special thank you for all the parents who supported the children and dojo throughout the tournament! We will be back next year better. Congratulations to all!

Results:
Youth 2nd place: Alex Roudabush
Youth team 2nd place: James, Alex, Makoto (Detroit)
Women 3rd place: Yasuko Mohler

Shinsa:
Audrey Kim 2kyu












#剣道
#武道
#練習
#初心
#和心館
#道場
#アメリカ
#米国
#稽古
#交剣知愛
#試合