🌸 Aikikai Hombu Dojo Shihan Seminars in August & September 2026
Before we know it, May has already arrived—time truly does pass quickly.
On May 23, the 63rd All Japan Aikido Demonstration will be held, and more and more international aikidoka have begun gathering at Hombu Dojo.
Today, we are pleased to share the latest updates on the always well received Aikikai Hombu Dojo Shihan Seminars.
Below are the seminars scheduled for August and September, along with newly added seminar information.
✔ Aikido Seminar
Date: May 31
Location: Arakawa Sogo Sports Center
Instructor: Yokota Yoshiaki Shihan
Organizer: Senju Aikikai
https://aikidotravel.com/seminar/2276/aikido-seminar
A special seminar hosted by Senju Aikikai will take place in Arakawa Ward, where the fresh greenery of May is at its peak.
It is the perfect season to enjoy refreshing training before the full heat of summer arrives. Participants can experience Shihan Yokota’s passionate instruction in the warm, community based atmosphere of the local dojo.
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✔ Aiki Kai Australia 60th Anniversary Seminar
Dates: July 10–12
Location: Sydney Olympic Park, Australia
Instructor: Hombu Dojo-cho Ueshiba Mitsuteru
Organizer: Aiki Kai Australia
https://aikidotravel.com/seminar/2275/aiki-kai-australia-60th-anniversary-seminar
To celebrate the 60th anniversary of Aiki Kai Australia, a commemorative seminar will be held in Sydney with Hombu Dojo cho Ueshiba Mitsuteru.
Set in the bright and refreshing winter atmosphere of Olympic Park, this event offers a rare opportunity to train with friends from around the world during a historic milestone.
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✔ 28e Stage d'Ete International Aikido
Dates: August 12–17
Location: Saint Raphaël, France
Instructor: Ito Makoto Shihan
Organizer: Shoyukan
https://aikidotravel.com/seminar/2259/28e-stage-dete-international-aikido
In August 2026, Shihan Makoto Ito from Aikikai Hombu Dojo will be welcomed to the beautiful holiday town of Saint Raphaël in southern France for an international summer seminar.
It is a wonderful opportunity to train under high level instruction while enjoying the gentle Mediterranean summer breeze.
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✔ Summer Camp 2026
Dates: August 8–14
Location: Spa, Belgium
Instructor: Miyamoto Tsuruzo Shihan
Organizer: AFA Aïkido
https://aikidotravel.com/seminar/2019/summer-camp-2026
The international summer camp will be held in Spa, the historic town known as the origin of the word “spa,” surrounded by forests and natural springs.
Participants can enjoy a full week of enriching training with Miyamoto Shihan in a refreshing, green resort area blessed with pleasant August weather.
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✔ Makiling Aikido Club 35th Anniversary Seminar
Dates: September 5–6
Location: Laguna, Philippines
Instructor: Fujimaki Hiroshi Shihan
Organizer: Makiling Aikido Club
https://aikidotravel.com/seminar/2173/makiling-aikido-club-35th-anniversary-seminar-with-hiroshi-fujimaki-7th-dan
An international seminar will be held in Laguna, a region full of tropical charm, to celebrate the 35 year history of the Makiling Aikido Club.
Surrounded by the vibrant natural energy of early September, participants can deepen their practice under the guidance of Shihan Fujimaki in this special commemorative event.
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✔ 3rd International Aikido Seminar
Dates: September 5–6
Location: São Paulo, Brazil
Instructor: Seki Shoji Shihan
Organizer: Tan Ren Kai
https://aikidotravel.com/seminar/2231/3rd-tan-ren-kai-international-aikido-seminar-with-seki-shihan
This Aikido event brings color to the spring season in São Paulo, a city with deep Japanese cultural roots.
During the pleasant September weekend, participants will have a rare opportunity to train under Seki Shihan and strengthen international bonds through Aikido.
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✔ Seminario Internacional
Dates: September 12–13
Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Instructor: Seki Shoji Shihan
Organizer: Unión Argentina de Aikido
https://aikidotravel.com/seminar/2104/seminario-internacional
A valuable opportunity to learn from Seki Shihan will take place in La Plata, a cultural city near Buenos Aires.
In the warm and sunny spring season, participants can experience the heartfelt and passionate atmosphere unique to South America while deepening international Aikido connections.
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✔ Stage de L'amitié
Dates: September 26–27
Location: Fareins, France
Instructors: Doshu Ueshiba Moriteru
Organizer: Fédération Française d'Aïkido et de Budo (FFAB)
https://aikidotravel.com/seminar/2237/stage-de-lamitie
A special friendship seminar will be held in the village of Fareins in eastern France, where the colors of autumn begin to appear.
With Doshu Ueshiba Moriteru and Christian Tissier Shihan in attendance, this event offers a rare chance to deepen both Aikido tradition and international exchange amid the beautiful harvest season countryside.
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▶ Summary
We hope these upcoming seminars will serve as meaningful opportunities for your continued Aikido practice.
Many more seminars are being added to Aikido Travel as well.
You can find detailed information by entering the instructor’s name or location in English in the site’s search box.