About the Business
Head of the tradition, this refers specifically to the person continuing a historical tradition. Main headquarters branch head, e.g UK Sohonbucho means in charge of all of the clubs in the UK. Branch dojo leader, is the term for any official training groups where the dan grade holds teaching permission from the Sohonbucho and of course Soke. The Dan grades can be both ability level and knowledge, there is often an age limit too. For Shodan 16 or 17 is the accepted minimum age, for Shidoin Menkyo 18+ and then the higher grades are usually limited by age although there are no fixed rules as Soke decides.
The densho are based both on ability and knowledge along with your relationship with Soke. When it comes to grades and the required time there are no limits, almost anyone who is dedicated to training and training correctly should be able to reach Shodan in 2 to 3 years. When it comes to the later grades there are not any specific time limits although usually separated by some years.
Location & Hours
Dalston Road
