Styles

The Genbukan was established November 28th 1984 by Grandmaster Shoto Tanemura to teach the true meaning of self protection through Ninpo. Ninpo is a group of related martial traditions that have developed in Japan since before the 12th century, and that have been combined in the modern period under one comprehensive martial system, or "Bugei". This system includes the traditional eighteen common martial skills such as open hand, sword and staff techniques, and another group of eighteen unconventional types of martial skills for special warfare, which expand on those listed above and adds additional weapons and skills. Another component of Ninpo, in addition to these thirty-six martial skills, is a unique world view, thought and philosophy. This world view emphasizes the defensive nature of Ninpo, and the need to have a compassionate heart.

Associated with the Genbukan is the Kokusai Jujutsu Renmei (KJJR), which translates to International Jujutsu Federation. Established by Grandmaster Shoto Tanemura in 1991 for the preservation and transmission of authentic Japanese Jujutsu. Unfortunately very few jujutsu schools outside of Japan today practice what could be considered authentic jujutsu. Having lost the connection with their Japanese roots, they have evolved into eclectic arts. The purpose of the KJJR is to make available training to those who seek traditional jujutsu.