About Our Style
Happó Ryú
To master the way of the sword, we practice a wide variety of Japanese sword disciplines – including Suburi, Iai, Kenjutsu, Tameshigiri, and Gekiken – alongside traditional complementary martial arts that once formed the core skills of the samurai, such as Shurikenjutsu (the art of throwing stars and blades).
Happō-ryū (八方流) serves as an umbrella term for a comprehensive system of distinct martial arts bound by a shared core philosophy, classifying it as Sōgō Bujutsu (総合武術).
The style was founded by Sōke Jakub Zeman – also known as the Czech Samurai – by integrating the Morinaga-ha lineage of Toyama-ryū (戸山流 森永派) with Shōgiri techniques and a strong emphasis on movement in all eight directions. The evolution from Toyama-ryū to Happō-ryū occurred naturally over time. Our system principles apply seamlessly not only to the katana, but to other traditional weapons as well.
Happō-ryū is characterized by powerful, decisive strikes designed to settle a duel in a single blow—a philosophy clearly reflected in our Tameshigiri practice. Furthermore, we actively cultivate free-sparring techniques and sword meditation.
Jaroslav Víšek
Sensei of Meian Dojo, Chūden Happō-ryū 八方流
In addition to crisis management and risk management, he has been practicing martial arts for over 23 years. His journey has taken him from Asian styles through European systems to Japanese martial arts. He actively practices boxing as well as swordsmanship with both long and short blades. He leads swordsmanship gatherings, holding both national regulatory credentials and a traditional instructor rank in Happō-ryū. He also holds certifications and extensive knowledge in first aid, and beyond history, he maintains a deep interest in life philosophy.
Who we are
Jaroslav Víšek
Sensei, Meian Dojo
– Chūden, Happō-ryū
Jaroslav is the founder of Meian Dojo, practicing swordsmanship in the Happō-ryū style. He is a direct student of Sōke Jakub Zeman, also known as the Czech Samurai.
Radka Víšková
Taiko Drummer, Graphics & Web
While her journey began behind the Taiko drums, she has since returned to actively practicing the way of the sword. Radka accompanies the dojo at every turn – not only as a drummer and practitioner, but as a key pillar of support, taking care of graphics, visual media, and this website.
Other members
Meian is a young, growing dojo. Out of respect for our members' privacy, we do not list them by name here. Naturally, our members participate in or contribute to our programs according to their own interests and availability.