Shorinji Kempo
Founded in Japan in 1947 by Doshin So, Shorinji Kempo is a way of developing individuals. For more on the history and origins of Shorinji Kempo, please visit the official website of the World Shorinji Kempo Organization (WSKO).
Practiced by more than a million people in 34 countries, Shorinji Kempo is the largest unified martial art in Japan and quite popular in Indonesia. Though less well-known in North America, there are several active branches in Canada, including four in southern Ontario.
Shorinji Kempo has remained a unified organization with a standardized global curriculum. WSKO headquarters in Japan coordinates the practice of Shorinji Kempo worldwide.
The training methods that Doshin So established are unique and not connected to other martial arts with variations of the words “shorinji” and “kempo” in their names. Shorinji Kempo is a globally registered trademark and is protected by intellectual property laws.