Genbukan / KJJR International Headquarters

Grandmaster Tanemura awards traditional martial arts titles to Genbukan and KJJR members who have mastered the skills necessary to pass the authentic tests. Some titles do not require a specific test and are simply a statement of position within the organization. For mastership titles though, one must first satisfy certain rank and certification requirements to become eligible to take the test; and finally, one must pass the test itself.

Organizational Titles

KJJR Group Leader
Qualifications: A student may become a group leader prior to attaining their black belt if they receive express permission from Soke.

Dojo-cho "School Chief"
Qualifications: Shodan (black belt level) or greater level instructor.

Daidojo-cho "Large School Chief"
Qualifications: Dojo-cho with more than 100 registered students.

Shibu-cho "Area Chief" or "Regional Director"
Qualifications: 4th dan or higher, Renshi.

Kokusai Shidoin "International Instructor"
Qualifications: 5th dan or higher in Ninpo and Jujutsu, Kyoshi, Bojutsu shodan, Bikenjutsu shodan, Naginata shodan, Asayama Ichiden Ryu Chuden Menkyo, Takage Yoshin Ryu shoden menkyo

With Soke's permission, a Shidoin can teach anywhere in world and conduct check tests up to 3rd dan.

Master Titles