World Shorinji Kempo Organization (WSKO)

World Federation

World Shorinji Kempo Organization – global governing body established to unite and spread Shorinji Kempo.

Quick Facts

Date of Birth1974

Era20th–21st century

Country of OriginJapan / Global

Rank / TitleGlobal Governing Body

Active Years1974–present

Biography

The World Shorinji Kempo Organization (WSKO) was formed in 1974 in Tadotsu, Kagawa, to oversee international branch federations and preserve Doshin So's Zen self-defense teachings.

Associated Martial Arts

Shorinji KempoOrganisation / official→

A Japanese art founded in 1947 by Doshin So. From the outset it was conceived not as a sport but as a means of rebuilding people in post-war Japan.