Kendo 5 - 7 Dan and Shogo Exam Application Form

AUSKF Shinsa Documents:

• Written Essay: Kendo Promotion Examinations Written Test Questions (5-7 Dan & Shogo) - updated 9/30/2026

• Access 2026 Training: SportsEngine | Sign In Step 1 - updated 9/24/2025 

• Release of Liability Form [pdf]

• Federation President Exam Authorization form [pdf]

Rank: Test Fee 

• 5 Dan: $100 

• 6 Dan: $120 

• 7 Dan: $150 

• Renshi: $120

• Kyoshi: $150

Important Requirements:

SafeSport Training: All Kodansha examination candidates must complete the SafeSport training before applying.

Access 2026 Training: SportsEngine | Sign In Step 1

•   Written Essay Submission: Essays must be submitted in Word or PDF format—handwritten submissions will not be accepted. 

Payment Information:

•   Application fees are non-refundable and non-transferable unless AUSKF cancels the event. AUSKF is not responsible for travel expenses in case of cancellation. We strongly recommend booking refundable flights/hotels.

•   PayPal refunds will be subject to a processing fee.

Menjo Fee Payment:

o   Only pay the examination fee at the time of application.

o   If you pass, the menjo fee must be paid within two weeks (by November 22, 2026)
via PayPal (payment@auskf.org).

o   Failure to pay on time may result in cancellation of your new rank.

Rank: Menjo Fee (Pay after you pass the exam)

Send your menjo payment via the PayPal app to payment@auskf.org

• 5 Dan: $150

• 6 Dan: $200

• 7 Dan: $300

• Renshi: $300

• Kyoshi: $500

If you have any question, please contact us by Email: promotion@auskf.org