The Shin Nippon Bujutsu Kenkyū Kai (真日本武術研究会) association had the privilege of being invited by the Panathlon® Family Games (Lausanne) to introduce children and families to the art of katana wielding. Saturday, May 30th was reserved for children, and Sunday, May 31st was open to both children and adults. Our association was able to introduce over 150 people to various disciplines in small groups and foster connections among the 46 participants. This year, nearly 6,000 people, starting from age 3, registered over the two days.
This event would not have been possible without the support of the City of Lausanne and the entire Panathlon® Family Games team. “It truly showcases the spirit and richness of the City of Lausanne, both in sporting, cultural, and social terms.
Our Shin Nippon Bujutsu Kenkyū Kai (真日本武術研究会) stand at the Panathlon® Family Games 2026 edition. Swarmed from the first hours by hot and sunny weather for both days.
Souvenir photo with one of the many participating teams. Families with children, women, men of various genders and origins.
Sunbathing introduction course, in front of our stand, in the Olympic stadium. We begin with the protocol (reishiki).
Everyone is enthusiastic and in good spirits!
We’re going over the basics again (suburi) !
The girls are getting a great start. Fantastic!
Parents and children, all together and very motivated!
With large groups, distances increase… paradoxically, a problem that we want!
We run, we run and we cut, with joy!
Everyone in a circle, we learn the first techniques together!
introduction course with other teams until the end of the day… long, busy days indeed!
