Rai Un Kai dojo is dedicated to the art of Japanese swordsmanship. We are focused in the studies of Iaido, Jodo and Kenjutsu.
The art of Iaido [pronounced ee-eye-dough) is elegant and would appear to be simple. The student sits or stands quietly, draws out a blade and cuts through the air all in one motion, then puts the sword back into the scabbard. To the casual observer, there is not a lot to see. Iaido, however, is an exacting art which demands a high level of focus and mental concentration. It is an art of precise m
04/29/2026
Registration for the Americas Zone Jodo Seminar is OPEN
Grading to 7-Dan
Japanese Delegation
October 23-25 2026. Whitby (Toronto) Ontario Canada
Details and registration here :
Jodo 2026 Get tickets online for Jodo 2026 here.
02/10/2026
In Memoriam: Kim Taylor, Iaido Renshi 7-Dan; Jodo Renshi 7-Dan
Kim Taylor sensei, a tireless builder of Canadian Iaido and Jodo and a beloved teacher, passed away in February 2026. Widely recognized for his decades-long dedication to Canadian budo community, Taylor sensei was instrumental in building and nurturing both Iaido and Jodo in Canada since the mid 1980s.
Taylor sensei founded the Sei Do Kai Iaido and Jodo Club (1987), organized the first Canadian Iaido grading (1991) and founded the longest running Iaido and Jodo seminar in North America (Guelph Spring Seminar). Taylor sensei’s enthusiasm for the martial arts built meaningful connections between people. He spread his knowledge of the arts using early internet newsletters, published articles, websites, workshops, and seminars. These connections encouraged and mentored students and instructors in Canada, the United States, and many countries in Central and South America.
Kim Taylor sensei was an active member of the Canadian Kendo Federation as a CKF Board member, former CKF Secretary, former head of the CKF Jodo section and previous Vice President of the Ontario Kendo Federation.
The Canadian Iaido and Jodo community mourns his passing and celebrates a life dedicated to building the arts. His martial arts legacy lives on, remembered and passed forward through those he taught and inspired.
09/13/2025
Rai Un Kai Iaido and Jodo seminar. ⛩️
09/04/2024
Our participation at the annual Matusuri for the Lakehead Japanese Cultural Association ⛩️
08/15/2024
Clase especial IAIDO Y IODO EL 12 y 13 de septiembre nos visita desde Canada Eric Tribe Sensei 7 Dan Renshi Iaido, 7 Dan Renshi Jodo acompañado de Pam Morgan Sensei 5 dan Iaido y 5 Dan Jodo quienes compartirán sus enseñanzas de ambas disciplinas durante 3 Dias .Los módulos de clase sera de la siguiente manera1. Jueves 12 4...
09/30/2023
Matsuri Jodo demonstration ⛩️