FIK Kendo Shiai and Shinpan Regulations [Japanese & English]

Official Kendo Shiai and Shinpan regulations supervised by the International Kendo Federation (FIK), presented in both Japanese and English.

The bilingual format makes it particularly useful for kendoka, instructors and referees involved in international practice, seminars and competitions.

The book incorporates the revision of the FIK Regulations of Kendo Shiai and Shinpan dated July 26, 2023.

Essential information

Main contents:

• Shiai regulations, including Yuko-datotsu, match duration, prohibited acts and penalties
• Shinpan rules and procedures
• Regulations concerning the Shiai-jo, Shinai and Kendo-gu
• Japanese and English bilingual format
• Official FIK regulations

Recommended for:

• Kendoka wishing to understand competition rules
• Shinpan and competition officials
• Kendo instructors
• International seminars and competitions