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shorinji kempo techniques



Shorinji Kempo teaches Goho (punch, kick, block), Juho (releasing, throwing, pinning), and Seiho (adjusting body balance). The members can learn the techniques along well-organized curriculums. These techniques defensive counter attacks against various attacks such as a punch to a face, a kick to a belly, or grabbing a wrist or clothes. The techniques of Shorinji Kempo are logically created on the basis of dynamics and physiology to allow anyone to protect him/herself regardless of physical strength or body size.


Sample videos of Shorinji Kempo Demonstration: Video 1, Video 2, & Video 3.


Training the body and the mind to keep a good balance between them, Shorinji Kempo helps people grow healthy.


The goal of daily practice is not competing against each other, but learning from each other progressing together, which will be a life-long training for the young and seniors, men and women.


The members can learn the techniques along a well-organized curriculum which is mutual all over the world. The members can practice in accordance with their physical conditions in a safe and warm atmosphere for all ages.