International Kyudo Federation

Unlike other Japanese martial arts, up until the end of the 20th century kyudo had stayed largely in Japan and was active in some countries in Europe.

[citation needed] A European Kyudo Federation of 15 member countries was formed initially,[1] and It was then decided in 2006 that an international body needed to be formed to specifically cover the practice of kyudo outside Japan.

Princess Hisako Takamado is Honorary President of the organization,[7] and a Kyudo practitioner.

It may take some years for a national body to be a full member countries can join then gradings within Japan.

There are currently 32 member nations, some of which include The United States, Canada, many European countries, Australia, and Taiwan.