We teach the traditional Japanese Martial Arts of Hakko Ryu Jujutsu and Ryushin Jigen Iaido. Hakko Ryu Jujutsu comes from the Japanese language meaning "The style of the Eighth Light." In the color spectrum, violet is the eighth light, or the weakest color of light. It was said by Okuyama that the pathway of least resistance would always overcome strength. Therefore, schools of Hakko Ryu Jujutsu exercise strategies that avoid conflict as much as possible, and employ techniques that do not use strength, but instead use techniques that work against the body's natural motions and movements to take down the opponent. Ryushin Jigen Ryu Iai is a small ancient style originally from Kyushu. Training involves solo kata, partner kata and various kihon waza affiliated with the style. RJR is unusual in its use of a smaller, lighter-weight sword and many one-handed techniques. Current Headmaster Kunikazu Yahagi of the Seiseikan Dojo in Tokyo guides our training in this style.

Website: yoshitsune-jujutsu-kai.com

Phone: (201) 725-9019

Cross Streets: Near the intersection of Broadway and E 52nd St/W 52nd St