Nishi Kaigan Iaido Dojo - 西海岸居合道道場
is the official dojo of the
Seito Seiryu Muso Jikiden Eishin Ryu Iaido Kokusai Renmei
in the San Francisco Bay area
"The finest blade stays in the scabbard"
The above expression means that the goal of Iaido is to develop a mind in harmony with itself and the world. By controlling the sword, you control yourself. By controlling yourself, you are more able to control the situation you are in and you will ultimately choose a peaceful way of acting