TAIKAI
In collaboration with the All-Czech Federation of Gekikenjutsu, we organize Taikai (competitions) and Enbu (public demonstrations) both in Liberec and beyond. These events push participants out of their comfort zones, fostering both personal growth and technical skill development beyond what regular practice can provide.
Upcoming season
For detailed information, please feel free to reach out to us directly or visit the official website of the All-Czech Federation of Gekikenjutsu.
Taikai Liberec – 17.10. 2026
Liberec will once again host the traditional Open Taikai in Tameshigiri and Gekikenjutsu. The competition will be preceded by internal Happō-ryū grading examinations led by Jakub Zeman, followed by an informal outdoor gathering to close out the event.
Taikai Hakuzan – 28.11. 2026
The Taikai will take place at the Hakuzan Dojo in Prague. The competition will be preceded by a Gekikenjutsu seminar, followed by an informal gathering after the event.
Winter Taikai – 20.2. 2027
The Taikai will be held indoors, with the exact location to be announced (Liberec or Prague). A morning seminar will precede the competition.
Hanami Taikai – 24.4. 2027
A premier opportunity to demonstrate your skills at the Taikai during the Hanami Festival, hosted as always at the Břevnov Monastery Brewery in Prague. Participation in the Taikai is reserved for competitors who have taken part in previous matches. As every year, the festival will kick off with the Samurai Procession.
Taikai Liberec 10/2026
Once again, Liberec welcomed friends of Japanese swordsmanship for its regular competition and gathering of Budo enthusiasts. Alongside the gekiken and tameshigiri disciplines, the event has traditionally been known for its spirit of mutual respect, informal conversations over tea, and a welcoming environment for all participants.
Taikai Liberec 10/2025
A traditional gathering of Japanese swordsmanship enthusiasts in Liberec, featuring both Gekiken and Tameshigiri Taikai competitions. Attendees enjoyed tea refreshments, a warm, welcoming atmosphere, and a true spirit of fair play.
Taikai Liberec 10/2023
Liberec's inaugural two-discipline Taikai in Japanese swordsmanship—featuring both Gekiken and Tameshigiri—alongside internal grading examinations for Happō-ryū ranks. The occasion also marked the official launch of the Meian Dojo Shibu and partner Ganryūjima Dojo by Sōke Jakub Zeman.
