Masa
Ando
Go (5th) Dan Kendo
Yon (4th) Dan Iaido
Years Practicing Kendo/Iaido:
31
Locations Where Kendo was Learned:
Inuyama, Japan:(1970~1979)
under Takiguchi Shigemichi (Renshi
6 Dan at that time) also
(1974~1977) under Hirose
Matsuichi Hanshi 8 Dan (at
that
time) and Anchorage,
Alaska:(1984~present)
Teaching Philosophy
Sumarized:
My goal in teaching is to
have all the Kendo students
become a better human being
by learning the physical and
mental skills of
Kendo/Iaido. In order to do
so, I must maintain
upgrading my Kendo skill
level and must cultivate my
mind to be a better and
strong human by committing
myself to the consistent
effort of trying so in daily
life.
- keeping a family
atmosphere while
learning the Japanese
tradition,
culture and Kendo and
Iaido etiquette/ritual.
- putting emphasis on
basic moves/techniques
as well as basic
philosophy/teachings as
Budo so that one may
enrich his/her daily
life.
Additional Comments:
Our dojo welcomes all the
Kenshi from the world to
come and practice with
us. Please do not hesitate
to call us when you happen
to end up with being in
Anchorage, Alaska!
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