Guiding students in Laguna Niguel, California

Bushido Group, located at 27601 Forbes Road in Laguna Niguel, California, is a health institution that focuses on the traditional art of Japanese swordsmanship. Founded by Masaji Saito-sensei, a student of Toshishiro Obata, the founder of Shinkendo, Butanken has deep roots in Shinkendo and Toyama-ryū. The name Butanken (武鍛研) translates to Bushido Cultivation Research Group, reflecting the group's dedication to studying and spreading the philosophies that guided the Samurai. They practice core principles of swordsmanship found in various Japanese schools, as well as the philosophies behind sword-wielding as mentioned in historical manuscripts.