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The University of Buffalo Kendo Club was founded by its first Sensei, Sam Cappiello (7 Dan). Seeking to expand and cultivate his own art and to share the experience of Kendo with new initiates, Cappiello Sensei approached the administration of SUNY Buffalo in the winter of 2003 to establish a Japanese-style Kendo dojo at the university's North Campus. After securing the necessary permissions, the
12/28/2025
Yesterday we had a Congratulatory keiko for Tamaru sensei for passing his 7 Dan and combined with our year end keiko.
It was a wonderful event.
Thank you to all the sensei and members that attended.
Special thank you to
Shigemitsu Mitch Kamata sensei
Robin Tanaka sensei and his family
Ryo Tamaru sensei
Ryo Bobby Yasumura sensei.
I hope you all have a wonderful New Year and a healthy and prosperous 2026.