Welcome
Dr. Zoughari, a Ph.D. in Japanese History and Culture, will be returning for his fourth seminar here in the Big Apple. The seminar will focus on Takagiyoshinryu Kodachijutsu, Jojutsu, Nawajutsu, and Jutaijutsu (High Tree - Raised Heart School: Small Sword, Walking-Stick, Rope, and Flexible Body Technique).The Takagiyoshinryu Nawajutsu will be a first for Kacem to go over in a public seminar setting.
For questions regarding: The Bujinkan Arts, Masaaki Hatsumi, and the Benevolent Heart Dojo, please refer to our home page.
About Kacem Zoughari
Dr. Zoughari is a well known Japanese History and Martial Arts researcher and practitioner. Born in Paris, France he began studying Martial Arts as a teenager and quickly began visiting Japan to further his studies. He has practiced Ninjutsu for over 20 years and is a personal student of Hatsumi Masaaki Sensei and Ishizuka Tetsuji Sensei.
Dr. Zoughari began his Ninjutsu training in 1986 in France. In 1989 he made his first trip to Japan where he trained with Ishizuka Sensei. From that point on he began spending a few months of every year living and training in Japan. Over the ensuing years Kacem became a personal translator for Hatsumi Sensei, acted as a translator for the Quest Video Company, and became a member of the Nihon Budo Gakkai (Japanese Martial Arts research organization).
Between 2001 and 2003 his role as the Lavoisier grant recipient allowed him to study full time in Japan and his research brought him into contact with many of the most well known martial artists in Japan including:
* Kuroda Tetsuzan
* Kono Yoshinori
* Sakai Eiji
* Hirakami Nobuyuki
* Yagyu Nobuharu
Academic Background
On September 8th 2008, Dr. Zoughari with highest honors received his Ph.D. in Japanese History and Culture from INALCO in Paris, France. INALCO is the National Institute of Oriental Language and Civilization. He has his Masters in Japanese from INALCO where his thesis was titled: Ninjutsu: Its Form, History, and Essence. His principle areas of study include:
* Japanese History
* Martial Arts History
* Weapons and techniques of the Edo era police
* Evolution of Martial Art form and movement
Publications
Ninpo, Ninjutsu: L'Ombre de la lumière by Kacem Zoughari Dr. Zoughari has published more than 25 articles on the topics of Japanese history and martial arts. These articles have been published in French, Japanese, Spanish, English, and many other languages.
A few of the publications in which these articles have been printed in include:
* Arts Martiaux Traditionnels d`Asie
* Hiden, Budo Bujutsu
* Karate-bushido
In November of 2003 his first book: Ninpo, Ninjutsu: L'Ombre de la lumière was published by Guy Trédaniel in French. It was subsequently translated into Portuguese under the title A Arte do Ninja - Entre Ilusão e Realidade .
New Book
His newest work, entitled Ninjutsu - Beyond the Shadows is expected from Tuttle Publishing in Spring of 2008. This book is written in English and promises to be the most thorough review of the history of Ninjutsu ever published outside of Japan. We will post additional information as soon as it is available.
Lectures & Seminars
Dr. Zoughari has given lectures and seminar tours in over 15 countries and is a highly sought after teacher. The list of universities and organizations he has spoken at include:
* University of Cambridge
* Georgetown University
* American University
* Universityof Montreal
* University of Vienna
* University of Wellington
* SFEJ (French society of Japanese research)
* Osaka University
* Tsukuba University
* Gaikoku-go University
* Kogô University
| Topic | Takagiyoshinryu Kodachijutsu, Jojutsu, Nawajutsu, and Jutaijutsu
(High Tree - Raised Heart School: Small Sword, Walking-Stick, Rope, and Flexible Body Technique). |
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| Date | October 18 - 19, 2008 |
| Seminar Times | Saturday 2:15-7:15 PM
Sunday 12:15-5:15 PM (Sunday starting time changed to help travelers.) Please arrive at least 30 minutes early to do paperwork, change and be ready to begin on time. |
| Location | FIGHT HOUSE -
Located within walking distance of the NJ Path train, Penn Station and several NYC subway lines: 122 W 27TH St 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10001 Phone: (212) 807-9202 Map to Fight House
(The RED STAR marks the seminar location. The black circles are local subway exits.) |
| Equipment | Please bring:
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Registration & Pricing
| 2 Days | 1 Day | |
|---|---|---|
| Cash at the door. * | $200.00 USD | $120.00 USD |
*As of Monday October 13th there are about 20 open spaces for walk in registration.
Travel & Hotels:
We would like to help you find the best accommodations possible. Here are some ways we can help:
- Share a hotel room with other participants; we can help you connect with others.
- Try some of our hotel and hostel recommendations.
(***As of August 26, 2008)