07/21/2026
Taking our practice outside. While a smooth floor is nice, the rough ground has a lesson for us as well.
Getsumei no Michi Dojo
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Getsumei no Michi Dojo is a Tokumeikan study group dedicated to the study classical Japanese martial arts.
Our primary focus is the study of Yagyu Shinkage Ryu Hyoho Kenjutsu under the guidance of Douglas Tong Sensei and Yasushi Kajitsuka Sensei.
10/14/2025
🌸 Thank you, Halifax Japanese Culture Collective! 🌙
We had an incredible time sharing Yagyū Shinkage Ryū Kenjutsu at this year’s Sakura Market — demonstrating the timeless art and philosophy of the life-giving sword.
If you were inspired by what you saw, come experience it for yourself.
⚔️ Try 3 free classes at Getsumei-no-Michi Dojo in Dartmouth and begin your journey into traditional Japanese swordsmanship.
📅 Classes: Mondays 6–7:30pm | Thursdays 7–8:30pm
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10/03/2025
Experience Japanese tradition at the 2025 Sakura Market! 🌸✨
Getsumei-no-Michi Dojo will be on site with live Yagyū Shinkage-ryū kenjutsu demonstrations throughout the day.
📅 Sunday, October 5, 2025
⏰ 11am – 3pm
📍 Alderney Landing, Dartmouth
The Sakura Market, presented by the Halifax Japanese Culture Collective, will feature:
🍱 Delicious Japanese food & treats
🎎 Artisanal goods, crafts, and unique vendors
Come explore the market, enjoy the food, and stop by to see the art of the sword — a rare chance to watch this centuries-old tradition in action.
04/02/2025
Kajitsuka Sensei at the 48th Japanese Kobudo Demonstration in Tokyo.
04/01/2025
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3 FREE CLASSES! Getsumei-no-Michi Dojo is dedicated to the study and practice of traditional Japanese bujutsu and budo, with a primary focus on Yagyu Shinkage Ryu kenjutsu. As one of Japan’s most renowned sword traditions, Yagyu Shinkage Ryu emphasizes strategy, precision, and adaptability in combat. Our dojo pro...
12/30/2024
Tonight our dojo held our first bonenkai. Tonight we explored the different weapons used on the battlefield and experimented with responding to attacks from a weapon with greater range. We ended the evening with dinner to celebrate the end of the year.
12/17/2024
A new year brings new experiences. Try Japanese sword and immerse yourself in a traditional martial art of the samurai.
New introductory sessions start in January.
08/18/2024
Day 2 of our seminar with Tong Sensei. We had an amazing time exploring the kodachi techniques of and experimenting with how and blend with the up close nature of kodachi.
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11-250 Brownlow Avenue
Dartmouth, NS
Dartmouth, NS
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| Monday | 6:30pm - 8pm |