NOGUCHI TAIKAI
NOGUCHI TAIKAI
THE EVENT
Three days of living tradition, training, and international fellowship.
The 6th Annual Noguchi Taikai brings Noguchi Yukio Sensei — Bujinkan Daishihan and Headmaster of Koto Ryū Happō Biken — to the United States for three days of intensive training. You’ll get 12+ hours directly with Noguchi Sensei plus 9+ hours with guest instructors Alex Esteve (Spain), Alex Meehan (Ireland), Mark Lithgow (Japan), and Jeff Ochester (USA).
Train in the key points of the 9 Bujinkan Ryu-ha under the theme “Kagayaki” (輝) — Radiance. Sean Askew opens each day with warm-ups and a historical presentation.
This year is different. After five previous events, training moves into the massive Dayton Bujinkan Dojo. Everyone will need their own transportation between hotel and dojo, or plan to carpool.
All levels are welcome. Space is limited — register early to secure your spot and receive the full “What to Bring” checklist.
Three days with the Headmaster of Koto Ryū in the U.S. Don’t miss it.
GUEST INSTRUCTORS
SCHEDULE
March 5th (FRI)
Check In/Warm up with Sean
Noguchi Sensei
Lunch Break
Mark Lithgow
Noguchi Sensei
Alex Esteve
Alex Meehan
Meet up at local pub TBD
March 6th (Sat)
Check In/Warm up with Sean
Noguchi Sensei
Lunch
Jeff Ochester
Noguchi Sensei
Mark Lithgow
Alex Esteve
Banquet Dinner
March 7th (sun)
Check In/Warm up with Sean
Noguchi Sensei
Lunch & Historical presentation
Alex Meehan
Noguchi Sensei
Jeff Ochester
Noguchi Sensei
Meet up at local pub TBD
REGISTRATION
early bird pass
-
Three FULL DAYS Training
-
Early Bird Rate ends on 12/31/2026
-
Regular Rate is $550
Saturday Dinner
-
Exclusive Dinner With Noguchi Sensei
-
Price Includes Gift to Noguchi Sensei
-
Restaurant details to be announced
VENUE
Dayton Bujinkan Dojo
Experience the 6th Annual Noguchi Taikai in a dedicated Bujinkan training environment. The spacious Dayton Bujinkan Dojo offers an ideal setting for three days of focused training, study, and international fellowship.
3180 Kettering Blvd, Moraine, OH 45439
GOOD TO KNOW
All registration is handled online through the BKRBUDO website. To give everyone, the best Taikai experience possible, we must have an accurate understanding of the number of attendees. For this reason, the registration fees include all three days of training. One-day training fees are not available and no last-minute registrations will be accepted “at the door”.
Registration ends on February 21th, 2027.
A traditional Bujinkan training uniform (gi) is recommended. Cloth-sole tabi, leather-sole tabi, or socks are permitted on the dojo mats. Outdoor shoes, sneakers, and bare feet are not permitted.
Several hotels are located within approximately 5–25 minutes of Dayton Bujinkan Dojo. Attendees should arrange their own transportation between their hotel and the dojo or coordinate carpools.
For recommended accommodations, nearby airports, and local attractions, visit the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo Visitor Information page.
Yes. Wooden and padded training weapons, including bokken, tanto, hanbo, and bo, are permitted, subject to dojo safety rules. Live blades and other prohibited weapons are not allowed. Please follow all instructions from the event organizers and dojo staff.
Personal photography and video recording are not permitted during training sessions without prior authorization. Photos during breaks or outside training may be permitted. Please respect other attendees and follow instructions from event staff.
Please note, we completely understand that things come up and some who register may not be able to attend. But keep in mind that we commit registration funds to event costs. There will be no full refunds at any time for any reason.
If you need to cancel at ANYTIME, you will get your money back minus $250 that has already been committed to expenses weather you show up or not. This rule is not flexible. You may sell your ticket to another person, but you must let us know so we can properly register them.
Travel advice, dojo rules, and local information.
