Martial Arts Doesn’t Change You Into A Hero
Joe is a bit of a jerk.Joe joins a dojo.Joe [...]
Bujutsu Centering
When practicing bujutsu we should always work on being centered. [...]
Duping The Gaijin – Martial Arts Fraud
Some Japanese schools or individuals wish to capitalize on the [...]
What does Budō mean?
I'd like to discuss briefly discuss what Budo or Bujutsu [...]
Forge Yourself Through True Budo
You can jump and twirl around and whip about your [...]
Study The Self. Learn The Sword
Learn the sword or budo and learn of yourself. Learn [...]
Practice. Time Is Fleeting
In #budo as well as life, in general, we should [...]
Equanimity Of A Bushi
Under the big blue sky, Walk with purpose. せいしょうにへいほうす。青空をすたすた歩く。 Move [...]
Martial Arts Responsibility
As a martial arts instructor, or school, or especially if [...]
Wisdom Martial Arts Keiko & Buddhism
For those that lack wisdom the way is difficult. It [...]
The Old Is Not Distant
This is important to understand when practicing historical or classical [...]
Seven Points For Learning Martial Arts
I am often thinking about how to learn bujutsu productively. [...]
The Sword of Kamma
Within Shinkan-ryū are teachings to being responsible for our actions. [...]
On being human and a martial artist
It is difficult to wind through the brambles and thorns [...]
Budo Thoughts: Practice is life.
Practice is life. Life is practice. Enjoy them together. Enjoying [...]
What is Kenjutsu? A guide to Japanese swordsmanship
Kenjutsu (剣術) is the Japanese art of the sword. It [...]
Budō Practice Is Everywhere
Practicing without many excuses not to is a good practice.
Playing With Sharp Swords
I have been saying it's important to get training for [...]
What is true budo?
Studying the arts of fighting leads to peace. The pursuit [...]
Components of Iaido Iaijutsu
Below I briefly explain the four major iaido components. [...]
Iaido Tachi & Seiza Waza
Demonstrations of unique iaijutsu and complimentary techniques between standing and [...]
Bujutsu Thoughts Issin-furan
With single minded intent push through the woods, [...]
The Sword With Two Edges
Today I decided to write the four kanji compound of [...]
Happy Setsubun
鬼は外! 福は内! In our house we dont use beans to [...]
Katate Tsuki-One handed Thrust Iaijutsu
Thrusts (突 tsuki) are extremely effective with the [...]
Speed, Martial Arts and Samurai Theater
What's the difference between bugei 武芸 (martial arts) demonstrations and [...]
Budō Practice & Sacrifice
Comfort is the least of things to surrender for [...]
Secrets of Swordsmanship: In-yō. Ying & Yang
I wanted to talk about IN-YŌ 陰陽, or more commonly [...]
Be Thankful.Be Earnest In Bujutsu & Life
Be thankful for your mistakes, failures, and blunders. They are [...]
How To Learn Samurai Sword Fighting Without A Teacher?
I get asked often, "Hey, is it possible to learn [...]