Shogun and Looking Back

Shogun and Looking Back

After watching the first two episodes of the new TV series Shogun and looking back at my own journey reading the books of author James Clavell, it is not surprising how good this new adaptation makes me feel. Are you watching the new Shogun series?

Katori Shintō-ryū and Martial Arts of the Samurai

Katori Shintō-ryū and Martial Arts of the Samurai

Tenshinshō-den Katori Shintō-ryū needs no introduction to the devotees of samurai and classical schools of swordsmanship. It is a tradition passed on through centuries and is still alive today. Read part one of our interview with Risuke Ōtake Sensei.

A Samurai Summer… with a book

A Samurai Summer… with a book

A SAMURAI SUMMER is forecast! Some news on our first book… we hope to release our book, Masters of Budo: The Interviews at the end of July. Almost 300 pages and packed with photographs and anecdotes.