Basic Blocking In Kenjutsu

This video describes basic hand grips (tenouchi) for using a katana (Japanese sword).

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It is worth a lot to be mindful of the ebb and flow of all...

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From all of us at Shinkan-ryū Kenpō to you, Have a wonderful New Year Celebration....

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This is important to understand when practicing historical or classical martial arts. Although the sword...

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There are techniques and scrolls and teachings all over the dojo. What does it matter...

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We must endeavor to cultivate generosity while looking at the roots of our greed. Removing...

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What is compassion? Compassion is a concern for the suffering or problems of others. The...

When practicing bujutsu we should always work on being centered. For non-practitioners, it is also...