Why This Journey?

Today’s martial arts world is rich in techniques, sharper moves, and faster drills. But something has been lost. The heart of martial arts—respect, humility, integrity, compassion, loyalty, and courage—has been overshadowed by trophies, belts, business, and ego.

As teachers, many of us began by sharing martial arts as a complete way of life. Over time, the pressures of society and instant gratification led us to compromise. Students demanded speed, power, and recognition—while the deeper qualities of the art faded.

It is time to return.

The Purpose

This pilgrimage is designed for martial arts masters who feel the call to go deeper—to reconnect with the timeless Code and to bring that essence back to their students and communities.

On this journey you will:

• Validate your own knowledge by walking alongside masters who share the same dedication.
• Find new depth within yourself through nature, reflection, and shared brotherhood.
• Reclaim the Code of the Warrior as a living practice—not just tradition, but a way forward in a world that desperately needs it.
• Awaken purpose and clarity so that you return home with more than experiences—you return with transformation.
  
  



The Call

We believe martial arts were never meant to be just about how to fight—but why not to.
Never just about recognition—but about awakening.

Never just about training the body—but shaping character, spirit, and humanity.

This pilgrimage begins now.
It is a return to something noble, real, and powerful.

Mike and Graham have chosen an environment where nature helps quiet the mind and open the spirit. The rivers, forests, and mountains of Japan will guide you into stillness, presence, and awareness. From there, true strength emerges.

Will you join us?

Mike Stone

Martial Arts Legend, 91 Black Belt Competition Wins (kata & kumite) Hollywood Actor / Producer, Author, Poet, Keynotes Speaker, Philosopher & Wellness Mentor. Although awarded 17 x 10th Dans but he prefers to signs off as Shodan.  Mike as  a co-journeyman will share elements from his unique book and program, The Nine Levels of Power and other courses, on this exclusive 8 Day pilgrimage.

Walking the Warrior’s Path to Transformation

Becoming a better version of yourself, could be easier than you think in the right company and environment This journey is designed to be both personal and shared with time for stillness, group reflections, and master-to-master learning

Walking a path less trodden can take courage, but the rewards can be enlightening My lifetime goal has always been to become the best version of myself, guided by my daily mantra: always strive to be my best. I can only achieve this by carefully monitoring my thoughts, words, and actions, and by remaining disciplined in the spiritual, mental, and physical aspects that form my humanity. Mike Stone

This journey is not about new techniques. It’s about remembering why we began.

• Validate your mastery
• Discover a deeper self
• Reignite the Code
• Return to the Heart of Martial Arts
• Walk the Warrior’s Path
• Not just a journey through Japan, but through yourself
  

This program is based on land cost only and includes:

• Accommodation, breakfast & dinner, transport
• Entrance to shrines, gardens & cultural experiences
• Training and programs with Mike, Graham, and other local leaders
• Ceremonial kimono and special wooden training katana

This invitation is for 12–16 martial arts teachers who:

• Feel something essential has been lost in the martial arts world
• Want to validate their own knowledge while discovering deeper truths
• Seek to bring clarity, purpose, and integrity back to their art and their students
• Are ready for a personal transformation in the spirit of Bushido

Are you being called to join this group of martial arts leaders?

We are taking expressions of interest for this unique journey.

For many this will be a once in a lifetime experience especially with the limited numbers. We are looking for a well-balanced group of martial arts leaders who are open minded to try new things, willing to share their experiences and accept guidance. Participants will walk and travel together in luxury vans and trains with some accommodation in private rooms and sharing of rooms depending on locations. Most accommodation will be highest level, but on occasion we will seek temple communal dwellings. Participants are free to accept this or can request other arrangements, at a different price. We want to match individuals into a harmonious group to enhance everyone’s experience and goals.

Let’s get to know you - Send us your BIO – Style, Years of exp, Business, Interests include photos and or videos or website etc which can be captured in our form. Any medical restrictions, Things you will not do (eg communal bathing), things you love, special dietary requirements and your goals for this trip.