DISCIPLINE THE CHARACTER

THROUGH KENDO

60+

active members

29+

years in practice

Metro Kendo Club (Metroken) is one of the largest Kendo dojo in the Philippines, located in Mandaluyong and BGC. We’re dedicated to the advancement of Kendo in the country.

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A kendoka who is about to hit his opponent's "men" or headgear with a bamboo sword or "shinai"

DISCOVER

#WHYWEKENDO

At Metro Kendo Club, we don't just teach you how to strike. We follow the official concept of Kendo: to discipline the human character through the application of the principles of the katana (sword).

Through rigorous keiko (training), we cultivate a vigorous spirit, learn to treat others with courtesy and honor, and strive for self-improvement that extends far beyond the dojo walls.

Source: All Japan Kendo Federation

Mold the mind and body

Cultivate a vigorous spirit

Strive for improvement

Hold in esteem human courtesy
and honour

Associate with others with sincerity

Forever pursue the cultivation of oneself.

Classes offered

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Kids Beginners

We accept minors from 6 to 17 years old. Minors practice for FREE!

Adult beginners

Open to adults of any age, no prior experience in sports/martial arts required.

Experienced Kendoka

For experienced practitioners with complete Kendo gear

About US

Legacy

The story of Metro Kendo Club begins long before its official name existed. In the early 1990s, the seeds of Philippine Kendo were sown by Japanese expatriates seeking to keep the spirit of Budo alive in Manila. Among them was the respected Yamanishi-sensei, whose dedication turned a small group of practitioners into a resilient community. For decades, Japanese and Filipino practitioners crossed swords, building a foundation of discipline, respect, and cross-cultural friendship.

Growth

As the community matured, so did its ambitions. In 2014, the club’s leadership envisioned a new chapter. To better serve the growing number of practitioners and to foster a more inclusive, structured environment, Metro Kendo Club was born. It wasn't just a change of name; it was a commitment to elevating Kendo in the Philippines to international standards.

Metroken today

Today, Metroken stands as one of the largest and most active clubs in the country, with over 60+ active members practicing at Gatorade Hoops Center and Treston International College.

As a proud member of the United Kendo Federation of the Philippines (UKFP), affiliated with the International Kendo Federation (FIK), we don't just practice for ourselves, we represent the Philippines on the global stage, participating in international tournaments, examinations, and seminars.

Testimonials

Our members share their experiences and the impact of Kendo in their overall well-being.

"Metro Kendo Club will help you find The Way of The Sword!"

Ron Villaroya

Joined 1999

"MetroKen is my happy place, where I can go to do something I truly love, in a good environment with great friends."

Wally Chamsay

Joined 2005

"We, Inoue family like MetroKen because of the sensei’s commitment to teach Kendo for free. The club’s culture of willingness to help grow ones Kendo."

Inoue Family (Shu-sensei, Elvi, Yuta)

Joined 2005, 2009, 2011

“MetroKen has the best teachers. Best place to learn in the country if you want to achieve high level, beautiful kendo."

Kurt Alvarez

Joined 2005

"Fun and enjoying it with my friends and school classmates, just like in the anime Bamboo Blade"

Zary Villarama

Joined 2016

"In MetroKen, there’s the fighting spirit from everyone which inspires me during training and gives me the excitement to look forward for the next training. #kaizen"