Kyudo, the “Way of the Bow”, is the modern Martial Art of Japanese Archery.
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The International Kyudo Federation (IKYF) was founded in 2006 by Kyudo enthusiasts from around the world to pursue the ultimate goal of Shin, Zen,, Bi (Truth, Goodness, Beauty) while cultivating its members through the practice of one of the most traditional of Japanese arts. With Her Imperial Highness the Princess Takamado as Honorary President, the IKYF aims to achieve peace in society throughout the world by strengthen the trust and friendship among its members through the spirit of Kyudo.
To achieve these goals, the International Kyudo Federation engages in the following activities:
- Supporting the promotion of Kyudo in countries outside of Japan
- Supporting the development of Kyudo Federation branches outside of Japan
- Establishing Rules for International Competition
- Organizing World Kyudo Taikai Competitions
- Organizing and supporting training seminars and workshops outside of Japan
- Providing updated information on Kyudo related matters and issuing periodic bulletins
- Supporting Shinsa examinations administered by the All Nippon Kyudo Federation (ANKF)
- Carrying out other necessary projects related to the activates listed above
In order to promote Kyudo worldwide while maintaining high moral and disciplined standards, the IKYF is assisted by the ANKF by providing instructors and administering special Shinsa examinations for international Kyudo practitioners. As a result, many are drawn to Kyudo as a way to seek a spiritual path.
| Position | Name | Regional Representative |
|---|---|---|
| President | Izuru Kato | Japan |
| Director | Hiroaki Anzai | Japan |
| Director | Yutaka Watanabe | Japan |
| Director | Yoshinobu Oikawa | Japan |
| Director | Miyoko Asano | Japan |
| Director | Takao Nakamura | Japan |
| Director | Jérôme Chouchan | Japan |
| Director | Gérald Zimmermann | Europe |
| Director | Jean-François Decatra | Europe |
| Director | Ovidiu Gyarmath | Europe |
| Director | Maria Peterson | American |
| Director | Carly Born | American |
| Director | Hiroshi Okazaki | Asia Oceania |
| Director | Yoshimitsu Usami | Recommended by President |
| Director /Secretary General | Shigeki Harada | Recommended by President |
| Director /Assistant Secretary General | Tomotsugu Goka | Recommended by President |
| Auditor | Yutaka Watanabe | Japan |
| Auditor | Laurence Oriou | Europe |
| Auditor | William Reed | American |
| Name | International Kyudo Federation (IKYF) |
|---|---|
| Established | May 2 ,2006 |
| Office Address | JAPAN SPORT OLYMPIC SQUARE 4-2, KASUMIGAOKA-MACHI, SHINJUKU-KU, TOKYO 160-0013 JAPAN |
| Tel／Fax | Tel.: +81-3-6447-2980／Fax.: +81-3-6447-2981 |
| ikyf@kyudo.jp | |
| Number of Member Organizations | 32 |
| Languages | English and Japanese (All technical terms will use Japanese) |
Main Activities of the Head Office
- Developing promotional strategies for Kyudo
- Organizing International Kyudo events
- Supporting the administration of Shogo and Dan/Kyu Rank Shinsa examinations
- Organizing and supporting training seminars and workshops
- Issuing bulletins and related Kyudo matters
- Carrying out other necessary projects related to the activates listed above
- Directions to the Office:
- There is no parking lot here.
please use public transportation when visiting.
・5-minute walk from Exit 3 of Gaiemmae Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line
・10-minute walk from Exit A2 of Kokuritsu-kyogijo Station on the Toei Oedo Line
・12-minute walk from Sendagaya Station or Shinanomachi Station on the JR Chuo-Sobu Line (Express trains do not stop)
- Address:
- International Kyudo Federation （All Nippon Kyudo Federation）
JAPAN SPORT OLYMPIC SQUARE
4-2, KASUMIGAOKA-MACHI, SHINJUKU-KU, TOKYO 160-0013 JAPAN
Tel.: +81-3-6447-2980 Fax.: +81-3-6447-2981
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