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Meishin Kyudojo Opening Ceremony, September 1-2, 2001

We would like to thank all those participants from Japan and across America who attended the official dojobiraki ceremonies for the Meishin Kyudojo on September 1st and 2nd, 2001. Their friendship and support is what true kyudo is all about.

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Dan, Michael and Jackie DeProspero perform the Heki-ryu Sekka-ha Hachiman Reisha

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The Onuma and Tsukamoto families observe the opening day shooting.

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Sensei and yudansha from California and Georgia

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Guests enjoy lunch and each other's company

Guests were treated to a North Carolina-style barbecue

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Mr. Yoshikawa, Mr. Tsukamoto and Mr. Sugaya from Asahi Archery make repairs and give lectures and demonstrations on proper equipment care.

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Souvenir fan shooting on the second day of ceremonies

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A special thank you to E. Clay Buchanan, Mark Gabel and everyone else who so kindly allowed us to use their photographs of the event.

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