TOKUMEIKAN

Toko Kyudojo, New York 2006

Kyudo Intensive with Shibata Kanjuro Sensei

In October 2006, at the request of Shibata Sensei, Dayman Perry traveled to New York to attend a three day kyudo intensive hosted by Toko Kyudojo.  The event took place at a local community centre and featured indoor range shooting.  The weekend was a great success and boasted a first shot program of more than 20 beginners.  This weekend ultimately had a special significance to Dayman as Shibata Sensei graciously granted him an official Kyudojo name.  It was in New York that Yuko (friendly tiger) Kyudojo was born.

Shibata Sensei speaking at the opening reception

Shibata Sensei and Carolyn speaking at the opening reception.

Jim Boorstein perfoming the reisha.

Jim Boorstein perfoming the reisha.

Jim Boorstein perfoming the reisha.

Jim Boorstein perfoming the reisha.

Shibata Sensei examining a yumi

The first shot group - 28 strong

Patrick Le Duc instructing the first shot group on wearing a yugake.

Lenny practicing at the makiwara

Shibata Sensei providing instruction at the makiwara

Shibata Sensei providing instruction at the makiwara

Shibata Sensei providing instruction at the makiwara

Shibata Sensei and Dayman

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Shibata Sensei speaking at the opening reception