2026.10 KENDOJIDAIPhotography: Nishiguchi Kunihiko Okido Satoru, Kyoshi, secured an impressive third-place finish at the All Japan Invitational Kendo 7th Dan Championship for the second consecutive year. Last year, he took up a new position as…
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2026.10 KENDOJIDAI Kotani claimed his long-awaited first victory at the 13th All Japan Invitational Kendo 7th Dan Championship. Reflecting on the day, he says he was reminded once again of the importance of staying true…
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INTERVIEW13th All Japan Invitational Kendo 7th Dan Championship: Winner’s Interview with Kotani Akinori
2026.10 KENDOJIDAIInterview: Yanagida NaokoPhotography: Sasai Takamasa Kotani Akinori Born in Chiba Prefecture in 1984. After graduating from Narashino High School, he entered the International Budo University. Upon graduation, he joined the Chiba Prefectural Police. His…