月刊「武道」編集部

Nippon Budokan is a Japanese organization dedicated to promoting and preserving budo, the country’s traditional martial ways, and encouraging the practice of calligraphy. Its programs serve children, instructors, students, international visitors, and the wider public through events, training, education, and publishing. Budo activities include youth training tournaments, instructor workshops, martial arts classes, demonstrations of classical schools, and cultural seminars for international students and other foreign residents.

The organization also supports research and teaching resources for martial arts education in Japanese middle schools. Its publications include the monthly Budo magazine, books and teaching guides on martial arts, and Shosha Shodo, a calligraphy magazine with practice models and writing instruction. Calligraphy programs include national exhibitions and competitions.

Nippon Budokan also operates a residential training center, offering accommodation and facilities such as a large training hall, archery range, sumo ring, and seminar rooms for camps, courses, and group activities. Through these services, events, and publications, it advances martial arts and calligraphy across Japan and shares their traditions with broader audiences