Karate Shorin

Jan 2026

You can find Genuine Mastery of Japanese Budo and traditional Martial Arts here. For those who want the real deal. Karate-Do, Iai-Do, even Jo-do and Okinawan Kobudo. Their children's classes are encouraging and effective. The emphasis is on Character and Quality.

Jan 2026

I first began practicing Iai-do at Chintokan in 1996, and have been a student of the dojo continuously ever since. Over that time, under the guidance of Soke, Dojocho, and SoShihan, and with the assistance of my fellow students, I have learned and grown more, both as a martial artist and (more importantly) as a person, than I can express. Chintokan is THE place for traditional Japanese martial arts training in Karate-Do, Iai-Do, Jo-Do, Kobudo, or Aikido, for students of all ages and experience levels.

Dec 2025

I have trained here practicing multiple different arts for more than 35 years. It has been a truly rewarding experience offering physical, mental, and spiritual benefit that goes far beyond the in class training. For anyone looking for a meaningful experience in the martial arts, I highly recommend checking it out.