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Ambassador: Teppei
Karate instructor sharing decades of practice
Shinshindo Karate Hibarigaoka Dojo
Nishitokyo, Tokyo
Duration
Approx. 60 min
Languages
English support available. We'll use translation apps and gestures when needed — and since training is forms-based, you'll be able to follow along either way.
What You'll Learn
Seiza & Mokuso — the quiet ritual before every session begins
Warm-up
Seiken-zuki — the fundamental punch: grip, form, stance
Mae-geri — front kick
Jun-zuki / Gyaku-zuki — the one-two combination
Mitt kicking — techniques adjusted to the group
Mitt striking — techniques adjusted to the group
Yakusoku-kumite — receiving and deflecting an opponent's strike
Kihon-gata — a foundational form, combining footwork, blocks, and strikes
Rei — a closing bow, in seiza, to mark the end
60 minutes
/ 3,500 JPY
※Monitor price for early guests
Free for children aged 2 and under
We recommend booking early to secure your preferred date.
Experience Overview
Step into a quiet, traditional dojo in Hibarigaoka and learn the true art of Karate. This is a special 60-minute session in a local dojo where people practice daily, far from the typical tourist crowds. Our Sensei adjusts each lesson to your level, so language is never a barrier to connection.
Families
Ages 3 and up welcome. Free for children 2 and under.
Couples
A quiet moment, just for two.
Visitors to Japan
English support available. No Japanese required.
First-Timers
No experience needed, no sparring — this is forms-based training, so anyone can join with confidence.
Groups
Up to 6 people per session.
Rainy Days
Held indoors at the dojo. Weather won't get in the way.
Booking & Flow
1. Request: Please fill out the form below to choose your preferred date and time. (Please note: each booking is limited to a maximum of 6 participants.)
2. Payment: After your request is submitted, please click the payment button to complete your reservation.
3. Confirmation: On the day of your experience, simply show your "Payment Successful" screen to the instructor at the dojo.
Important Notes for Guests
Attire: Please wear comfortable clothes that are easy to move in.
Location: Seishindo Karate Hibarigaoka Dojo, 4-1-7 Hibarigaokakita, Nishitokyo-shi, Tokyo 202-0002, Japan
Located a 3-minute walk from the North Exit of Hibarigaoka Station.
About 20 minutes from Ikebukuro, 30 minutes from Shinjuku.
About
Teppei
Karate instructor sharing decades of practice
Occupation : Authentic karateka, dojo head, instructor
Languages : Japanese, English
Location : Japan
Hello, I'm Teppei Koyama.
At Shinshindo, we practice karate forms rooted in Okinawa, the birthplace of karate. Karate trains not only the body, but the mind as well — and through it, you come to know yourself.
I hope this experience brings you moments of discovery, and simply, joy.
Background
2008 — Joined Shinshindo Headquarters Dojo
2011 — Earned Shodan (1st degree black belt)
2014 — Began "Chair Karate" as a fall-prevention program for seniors
2015 — Certified as a Shinshindo Shihan (Master Instructor)
2021 — Earned 6th Dan, Renshi
2022 — Certified as a Shinshindo Kobudo Shihan (Master Instructor, Classical Weapons)
2024 — Opened Shinshindo Hibarigaoka Dojo
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