Shogo’s Online Lessons – Hōgan-ha Class
Exciting news from my online dojo!
Since launching in 2026, the Hōgan-ha Class of Shogo Yamaguchi’s online lessons has focused on seated wakizashi techniques during the first two months.
We carefully built the fundamentals — posture, distancing, control, and precision.
And now…
It’s time to move to a new weapon.
🔪 Tantō Training Begins
We are officially starting training with the tantō.
Historically, the tantō was:
- Carried for personal protection
- Worn casually by samurai at home in kinagashi style
- Used in close-quarters situations
Although it is smaller than the uchigatana or wakizashi, its handling is completely different.
With a short blade:
- Ma-ai (distance) becomes extremely tight
- Body positioning must be sharper
- Timing becomes more subtle
- Movement must be direct and efficient
Because of these differences, we will train carefully and methodically.
13 Classical Tantō Kata
In this course, we will study 13 tantō kata step by step.
These forms teach:
- Close-range awareness
- Efficient control in tight spaces
- Classical self-defense principles
It is a deep and refined study — simple in appearance, but rich in detail.
Join Us
Weekly lessons start at just $40 per month.
👉 Join here:
If you’ve ever wanted to understand classical tantōjutsu, this is your chance.
Let’s study these 13 kata together.
