The Hizen
18-30 Challenge Taikai

A New Challenge

Kendo is a challenge. At its best, it is about far more than just winning. It’s about skill, determination, precision and self-control. Now there is a competition that will test your kendo skills to the limit. If you survive to enter the taikai, you are already a winner.

The Hizen Challenge is a new type of kendo competition. Open to men and women aged between 18 and 30. The Challenge is a trial of speed, strength and endurance designed to test the skills of Europe’s best young kendoka. It will take real effort, real grit, to win the €500 first prize.

If you are up for the Challenge, read on...

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