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 (afternoon, weather permitting)

Seminar: August 5 - 7, 2025

Banquet: August 5, 2025

Taikai: August 6, 2025

Shinsa: August 8, 2025

WHERE

Carleton College
Recreation Center, Second Floor
Northfield, MN 55057

REGISTRATION

Please remember that cancellations are only accepted UNTIL April 27, 2025.

On-campus housing will only be confirmed once seminar registration is also approved by your instructor and/or state renmei leader for AKR members.

👉 Seminar Registration Form for ALL participants

👉 On-Campus Housing Reservation Form for ALL participants

👉 Digital Shinsa Application (Godan & below) for AKR applicants

👉  Digital Shinsa Application (Rokudan, Renshi) for AKR applicants

Announcements & Updates

Cancellation Policy

Seminar registrations and on-campus housing reservations are refund-able until April 26th. There will be a $20 cancellation fee and refunds will be sent via the method payment was received.

Cancellations after April 26th will receive no refund.


FAQ

What is the cost for the seminar?

Seminar Participation: $350.00

IKYF Seminar Fee: ¥30,000

USA Archery Event Membership: $20, or a valid USA Archery ID (required of all participants)


On-campus housing options:


The on-campus housing registration form is included with the Seminar registration form.  If you initially decline on-campus housing, you can apply for housing separately at this link: https://form.jotform.com/250468161339156.  Please remember that on-campus housing is available on a first-paid, first-reserved basis.

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

Will there be Shinsa (testing)? Which rank can I test?

This will be an opportunity to test up to 6th Dan and Renshi, on August 8, 2025.  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?

Ways to sponsor this event:  

Thank you so much for our generous sponsors for this event!!

Senbird Tea

Senbird Tea proudly offers the finest organic teas sourced directly from family farms in Japan, ensuring the brews you savor mirror the traditions and flavors cherished by both their families and ours.

Visit Senbird Tea at: https://senbirdtea.com/

Thank you for your consideration and please reach out to Rosalyn Yasui for how you can sponsor us:

Rosalyn Yasui
Marketing & Communications Coordinator
marketing[at]mnkyudo[dot]org