JAPANESE MARTIAL ARTS EMBU

JOIN US THIS SATURDAY (12th Oct 1-3pm) FOR A JAPANESE MARTIAL ARTS EMBU, a captivating Demonstration of an all Japan Kendō Federation (Zen Nihon Kendō Renmei 全日本剣道連盟) Laido Kata, Jodo Kata and Uchida-ryū tanjōjutsu Demos, as you make your way around our eleven unique garden areas. Set amidst serene gardens and inspired by Japanese culture, this special event will showcase modern Japanese Swordsmanship’s elegance, discipline, and tradition, Japanese Short Staff Fighting another exciting and dynamic discipline. There will also be demos of the Japanese martial art of using a Western-style walking stick which developed a few years after Lafcadio Hearn arrived in Japan. Enjoy this incredibly practical martial arts demonstration as we fundraise for our new Kokoro Cultural Centre.

This demo promises of a cultural deep dive into Japan’s rich martial arts heritage. Don’t miss this unique fusion of Irish-Japanese history in a one-of-a-kind venue celebrating Lafcadio Hearn, the Irish-Greek writer with deep connections to Japan.
Date: Saturday, October 12th, 2024
Time: 1-3 PM
Location: Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens, Tramore, Waterford. X91DE48
Included in Normal Garden Entry Price: Adults €7 Children €3.
Tickets can be booked (Normal Garden Entry) from this Website.
Or you can PAY ON ARRIVAL at our ticket office.

Expect mesmerising sword demonstrations, kata performances, and the opportunity to learn about the philosophies behind these ancient arts. This event is perfect for martial arts enthusiasts, families, and anyone curious about Japanese culture.
Explore the gardens, and let us transport you to the beauty of traditional Japan in one of Ireland’s most picturesque locations.