Being Uchi-deshi in Iwama

Uchi deshi daily life
As uchi deshi, you are expected to stay in the dojo area. If you wish to go somewhere locally, make sure to ask permission from Nemoto Sensei. Make it clear where you are going and when you will be back. Also make sure there is no work or other plans before asking to leave. During the warm months, care should be taken if sunbathing. Put on a shirt if in the presence of Nemoto Sensei, Oku - sama or other Japanese.

Travelling
If you wish to do some sightseeing while in Japan, arrange to do this before or after your stay as uchi deshi. You may be taken out for some sightseeing by Nemoto Sensei or others from the dojo, but this is only if it fits with the overall plans for the uchi deshi. Don’t expect this, but enjoy it if you get the chance!

Sleeping in the Aiki House
When laying out the futons for sleeping in the Aiki House, put them in orderly rows. In the mornings, make sure to wake up and get get out of bed right away. Do not lie around. Bedding is folded properly and put away directly after getting up. There is a certain way of folding the bedding and a certain place for it as well. Ask someone to show you how. Make sure to always place it neatly as shown.

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