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Kendo is a traditional Japanese martial art that uses bamboo swords and protective armour, with a strong emphasis on discipline, precision and formal etiquette. It is practised through structured training and regulated bouts, often within dojo settings or organised events.
ActivitySure can cover kendo when you are taking part abroad at an amateur level, including organised training sessions and competitions, provided the activity meets the policy conditions. Although kendo follows strict rules and supervision, the use of striking techniques and close-contact sparring means appropriate travel insurance remains important when travelling.
Choose the protection that fits your adventure
Excess £100
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£1,000
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£5,000,000
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£750
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£250
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£200
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£300
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£20 per 12hrs, max. £100
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£5,000
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£2,000,000
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£250
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£750
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£60,000
Excess £75
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£3,000
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£10,000,000
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£1,500
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£250
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£200
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£500
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£20 per 12hrs, max. £200
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£7,500
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£2,000,000
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£250
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£750
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£60,000
Excess £0
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£5,000
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£10,000,000
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£20 per 12hrs, max. £400
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£15,000
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£2,000,000
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£250
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£750
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£100,000
* Protection levels are based on overall cover limits, benefits and excess across each plan.
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Single trip Kendo Travel Insurance
Perfect for one-off adventures, holidays and activity breaks abroad.
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Annual multi-trip Kendo Travel Insurance
Travel more for less with year-round protection across multiple trips.
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Whether you’re planning a one-off escape, an activity-packed holiday or travelling regularly throughout the year, our protection levels are designed to give you confidence at every stage of your journey. From emergency medical cover and cancellation protection to support while you’re away, you can choose the level of cover that best fits the way you travel and the adventures you take on.
Destination Insight
Where is popular for kendo?
Japan is the spiritual home of kendo, with many travellers visiting cities such as Tokyo and Osaka to train in established dojos that welcome international participants. These trips often focus on technique development, grading preparation and traditional instruction.
Kendo is also widely practised in countries such as France and South Korea, where strong club networks and annual competitions attract visiting practitioners looking to train or compete while overseas.
Here's why kendo travel insurance matters:
Kendo involves repeated striking movements and controlled sparring using bamboo swords, which can lead to impact injuries, strains or joint issues. Even with protective armour, injuries can still occur and may require medical treatment while abroad.
Helpful travel tips
- Wear appropriate safety equipment as recommended for your level of training.
- Maintain controlled distance during bouts to reduce the risk of accidental impact.
- Practise techniques slowly at first to build accuracy and stability.
- Always follow the instructions of your instructor, referee or event organiser. Respect dojo rules and local training etiquette at all times.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Kendo isn’t covered as standard on ActivitySure policies, so you’ll need to add it during the quote process to make sure you’re covered.
Cover differs depending on training or competition - make sure to select the one you intend to do.
Yes, on an amateur basis, provided that you select the correct activity when going through the quote process. Professional or paid participation would not be covered.
Organised training covers structured sessions, dojo training, and training camps while competition covers taking part in organised matches or tournaments on an amateur basis.
It’s important to choose the right type of activity. Competition presents a higher risk than training, and you may not be covered if you do not declare your intention to compete.
Yes. Injuries from normal participation, including sparring, strikes, and training drills, can be covered as long as you’re within the terms of your policy.
This can include emergency medical treatment and assistance while overseas.
Kendo involves the use of protective armour (bogu) and bamboo swords (shinai) as part of normal participation. If you select the additional Sports Equipment Cover, you can also claim for the loss, damage, or theft of your kendo equipment.