🌸 Aikikai Hombu Dojo Shihan Seminars in 2026 (January–February)
As the year draws to a close, the final training day at Hombu Dojo for 2025 will be December 25, with training resuming on January 6 in the new year.
Here is an overview of the Aikikai Hombu Dojo Shihan seminars scheduled for January and February 2026.
Since there are many events, this information will be shared in three parts: January–February, March–April, and May onward.
○January 3 – 2026 New Year’s Practice
Venue: Sumida City Gymnasium
Instructor: Shōji Seki Shihan
Organizer: Kinoshita Dojo
https://aikidotravel.com/seminar/2031/2026-new-years-practice-session
his traditional New Year’s practice marks the beginning of the year.
It’s a wonderful opportunity to refresh your body after the holiday break.
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○January 22 – 5th Metropolitan Joint Aikido Practice (FY 2025)
Venue: Tokyo Budokan
Instructor: Terumasa Hino Shihan
Organizer: Tokyo Aikido Federation
https://aikidotravel.com/seminar/2074/75
This is the first metropolitan joint practice of the year, held several times annually.
Practitioners from many dojos gather, making it a valuable opportunity for interaction and information sharing.
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○January 23–26 – Aikido Seminar 2026
Venue: Casablanca, Morocco
Instructor: Makoto Itō Shihan
Organizer: Aikikai Morocco
https://aikidotravel.com/seminar/1936/aikido-seminar-2026
This is the first overseas seminar of the year led by a Hombu Dojo Shihan.
Held in the world‑famous city of Casablanca, it offers the chance to enjoy sightseeing along with training.
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○January 24–25 – TIAA 2026 Taiwan International Aikido Seminar
Venue: Taipei, Taiwan
Instructor: Yoshinobu Irie Shihan
Organizer: Taiwan International Aikido Alliance
https://aikidotravel.com/seminar/1958/aikido-seminar-irie-yoshinobu-shihan
This annual seminar in Taipei attracts aikidoka not only from Taiwan but from around the world, making it a major international event.
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○January 24–25 – Memorial Seminar 2026
Venue: Valencia, Spain
Instructor: Toshio Suzuki Shihan
Organizer: Sansuikai Spain
https://aikidotravel.com/seminar/1859/memorial-seminar
This seminar is held in memory of the late Yamada Yoshimitsu Shihan.
It offers a meaningful opportunity to train together with those who were connected to him.
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○January 25 – Aikido Seminar
Venue: Arakawa General Sports Center
Instructor: Yoshiaki Yokota Shihan
Organizer: Senju Aikikai
https://aikidotravel.com/seminar/2084/aikido-seminar
Held during the cold‑training season, this seminar is known for its energetic and spirited practice.
A social gathering is planned afterward, offering a warm and enjoyable close to the day.
○February 14–16 – Hawaii Aikido Winter Camp 2026
Venue: Hilo, Hawaii Island, USA
Instructor: Yūji Koyama Shihan
Organizer: Aikido of Hilo
https://aikidotravel.com/seminar/1959/hawaii-aikido-winter-camp-2026
This winter camp takes place in the warm climate of Hawaii.
With temperatures around 25°C, it’s a perfect environment to enjoy both training and sightseeing.
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✔Summary
In 2026, practitioners will once again have many opportunities for learning and connection, both in Japan and around the world.
May the coming year bring you meaningful growth and warm, fulfilling moments on the mat.
The next update will feature seminars scheduled for March and April. Please look forward to it.