To the Australian Kendo Community,
As we prepare for the 20th World Kendo Championships (WKC) in 2027, we are pleased to announce the Coaching and Management Team that will lead the Australian National Team on its path forward.
Head Coach: Mitsugu Fukuda
Men’s Coach: Kazuya Kimura
Women’s Coach: Vivian Yung
Support Coach: Stuart Burke
High Performance Coach: Alex Kambara
Technical Advisor: Roberto Kishikawa
Team Manager: Ken Okamoto
Assistant Manager: Tomoe Kawami
This outstanding group brings a wealth of Kendo knowledge, experience, and passion. Together, they are fully committed to the growth and success of the Australian team on the world stage.
We look forward to building a strong and united team in collaboration with practitioners and supporters across the country. Your continued support and encouragement are sincerely appreciated as we take on this exciting journey toward 2027.
Kind regards,
Mitsugu Fukuda
Head Coach
WKC 2027