The Taekwon-Do Tul Tour offered participants an extraordinary journey through the roots, traditions, and institutions that have shaped martial arts worldwide. This immersive experience combined historical discovery, technical training, and cultural exchange in two iconic countries — South Korea and Japan.
Day 1 – Kuk Ki Won, Seoul, South Korea
The tour began with an official visit to the World Taekwondo Headquarters: Kuk Ki Won. The delegation was welcomed by a specially designated team, enjoyed a private tour of the facilities and museum, and took part in institutional activities, including special surprises prepared exclusively for them.
Day 2 – Korea Tul Tour, Part 1
Participants explored Gyeongbokgung Palace, learned about King Sejong and Admiral Yi Sun-sin, and visited the National Museum of Contemporary Korean History. The day included the performance of Tuls Sam-Il, Joong-Gun, and Do-San.
In Seodaemun, they visited the Seodaemun Prison History Hall, the Independence Gate, the National Museum of Korea, and the Dosan Ahn Chang-ho Memorial Hall. More Tuls were performed, including Dan-Gun, Yul-Gok, Toi-Gye, Hwa-Rang, Choong-Moo, Kwang-Gae, Yeon-Gae, and Do-San.
Day 3 – Korea Tul Tour, Part 2
The group visited the An Jung-geun Memorial Museum, walked through Namsan Park, and ascended Namsan Tower for panoramic views of Seoul. Tuls performed included Jung-Geun and Yushin.
Day 4 – Korea Tul Tour, Part 3 – Muju
In Muju, the delegation toured Taekwondowon, the city dedicated entirely to Taekwon-Do. They participated in a special four-hour seminar led by Grand Master Néstor Galarraga, experiencing the deepest expressions of Korean Taekwon-Do.
Day 5 – Taekwondowon & Free Time
Delegates enjoyed a free day in Seoul for sightseeing and shopping, with an optional excursion to the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone), including a cable car ride and visits to historic sites along the border.
Day 7 – Travel to Japan
The journey continued with a flight to Tokyo, where participants began their tour of Japan’s most iconic martial arts institutions.
Day 8 – Japanese Martial Arts, Part 1
Visits included the Kodokan (birthplace of Judo), the Japan Karate Association headquarters, and an excursion to Mount Fuji, Japan’s natural and spiritual icon.
Day 9 – Japanese Martial Arts, Part 2
The group visited the Hombu Dojo (international headquarters of Aikido), the Sumo Center, and the statue of Saigo Takamori, known as the last samurai.
Day 10 – Farewell
The tour concluded with the departure of the delegation to their home countries, marking the end of an unforgettable experience of cultural, martial, and institutional integration.