2025 IKYF Seminar in MN
Join us for an intensive week of Kyudo training at the spacious Carleton College gymnasium in August 2025. Learn from renowned sensei and connect with practitioners from around the world.
WHEN
Enteki Event: August 4, 2025
Seminar: August 5 - 7, 2025
Shinsa: August 8, 2025
WHERE
Carleton College
Recreation Center, Second Floor
Northfield, MN 55057
Announcements & Updates
Added links to hotel reservation blocks and reservation deadlines, Jan 6, 2025
New map added with seminar locations, and links to hotels, Dec 27, 2024
Information last updated December 15, 2024
FAQ
What is the cost for the seminar?
Our budget team is working on finalizing the costs. The cost for this event is to be determined.
Will there be housing available? Do I need to book my hotel?
We are working with Carleton College to secure 107 beds and with local hotels in the surrounding areas to secure additional rooms. We will share the information and associated costs as soon as possible.
Housing Options
On campus dorms, with or without A/C
Fairfield Inn & Suites, Northfield  - Deadline to reserve July 1, 2025
Group Name: Minnesota Kyudo Renmei
Group Code: MYKP
Country Inn & Suits - Deadline to reserve July 4, 2025
Group Name: MNKR
Will there be Shinsa (testing)? Which rank can I test?
This will be an opportunity to test up to 6th Dan and Shogo, on August 8, 2025. Â We will share applications, fees, and other information as soon as it's available.
Sponsorship
We are the Minnesota Kyudo Renmei. We practice "kyudo," a Japanese martial art rooted in traditional cultural archery that promotes the harmonious development of mind, body, and spirit. Through kyudo, we foster deep connections to Japanese traditions while serving as a bridge for cultural exchange between the United States and Japan.
This educational event offers participants of all ages a chance to deepen their mastery of kyudo, connect with a global community of practitioners, and the potential to earn official rankings, advancing both their skills and recognition in the art.
Contributions will help preserve and promote this rich cultural exchange of teachings from Japan, ensuring it thrives and inspires a growing interest throughout the United States. By supporting this event, you can play a vital role in enriching local connections while gaining recognition as a contributor to cultural traditions on an international scale
Why sponsor this event?
Help make it financially possible for practitioners of all ages to experience kyudo
 Preserve cultural traditions on a global stage
 Inspire growth, discipline, and the beauty of kyudo
Ways to sponsor this event:Â Â
Monetary Donations
Refreshments – Food or Drink
Thank you for your consideration and please reach out to Rosayln Yasui for how you can sponsor us:
Rosayln Yasui
Marketing & Communications Coordinator
marketing[at]mnkyudo[dot]org