Katori Shintō-ryū Dojo in Montreuil and Paris
The Heritage
The School
Tenshin Shōden
Katori Shintō-ryū
Founded by Iizasa Choisai Ieano in 1447, this school is one of the oldest Koryū (古流) in Japan.
Classified as an intangible cultural property of Chiba prefecture, it preserves the art of combat, strategy, and spirituality uninterruptedly.
Recognized by the Nihon Kobudo Kyoukai, it is at the root of many modern martial arts such as kendo, iaido, and aikido.
Associated with the Katori Jingu Shinto shrine, where demonstrations are held during festivals like the Jinkosai, and where the founder's tomb is located.
The Transmission
Your
Teachers
The teaching follows the direct lineage of the Ōtake stream, by Ōtake Nobutoshi Shihan, ensuring the technical and spiritual preservation of this Koryu.
Seidokan Dojo is led by Marie Jamain, Menkyo and practitioner of the school since 2008.
Otake Nobutoshi Shihan
Marie Jamain
Benevolence
A respectful study environment where each practitioner progresses at their own pace.
Sincerity
Scrupulous respect for the transmission received from the Shinbukan Dojo in Japan.
Tenacity
A demanding practice to forge body and mind according to ancestral principles.
The Art of Transmission
Practice
the Sword
Teaching is open to all practitioners from age 13. We welcome beginners throughout the year to discover this historical martial art.
First session free
Come and try during a class in Montreuil or Paris, after a simple prior contact.
Katori Shinto Ryu — Dojo Seidokan
Support the school (Sponsorship) →
Public demonstration
The Practice
Dojo
Gallery
Automatic scroll
Traditional Japanese Martial Art:
Basic techniques (omote):
cutting and weapons work:
Iaï, bokken, bo, naginata,
Advanced techniques (oku):
cutting (gokui), wooden weapons work:
gogyo, ryoto (double sword), kodachi, yari,
official representative of the school in France.
Montreuil
TUESDAY
19:30 – 21:30
SUNDAY
OKU :
09:00 – 10:00
NORMAL CLASS:
10:00 – 12:00
Maison de quartier des Ramenas,
Dance hall,
149 Rue Saint-Denis,
93100 Montreuil
Paris 14th
WEDNESDAY
19:00 – 21:00
International Campus,
Main hall of the Maison du Japon
7 C Av. Rockefeller,
75014 Paris