What have you been distracting yourself with while death is around the corner? Time is fleeting, and there is much to learn and do. Practice awaits in and outside the dojo.
ラジカスキー真照
館長Saneteru Radzikowski is the head sword instructor of Shinkan-ryū Kenpō. He lives and teaches Iaijutsu and Kenjutsu from Nara, Japan.
Wisdom Martial Arts Keiko & Buddhism
For those that lack wisdom the way is difficult. It is best to consider the...
Basic Blocking In Kenjutsu
Please enjoy this informational budo video about sword blocking in classical Japanese kenjutsu. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_NfMrHpeGKM
Reflections on 31 Years of Martial Arts and 8 Years of Shinkan-ryū Kenpō
不動心 (Fudōshin) – The Immovable Mind As I mark 31 years of practicing martial arts...
What Value Is In Martial Arts Training?
Someone asked, “What value is there in martial arts training?” I reflected, what do I...
Rei – 礼 – Gratitude In Budo Training Life
Gratitude for our swords and training equipment, and those that made them. To our teachers...
The Sword With Two Edges
Today I decided to write the four kanji compound of morohanotsurugi. In English, we might...
Teaching yourself Iaido and Swordsmanship
The Challenges of Self-Learning Swordsmanship In martial arts, particularly in the study of swordsmanship, a...
Bujutsu Thoughts Issin-furan
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The Samurai and unwavering loyalty
The Samurai have been portrayed in popular culture as noble and faithful warriors who strictly...
Budo Thoughts: Practice is life.
Practice is life. Life is practice. Enjoy them together. Enjoying morning keiko outdoors. The smell...
Iaido Tachi & Seiza Waza
Demonstrations of unique iaijutsu and complimentary techniques between standing and sitting.
Attachment, Budo & Impermanence
It is worth a lot to be mindful of the ebb and flow of all...
Don’t Fall Into The Honey
You only have a little bit longer to live. The end is coming, whether in...
Happy Setsubun
鬼は外! 福は内! In our house we dont use beans to chase out the demons, we...
Katate Tsuki-One handed Thrust Iaijutsu
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Mitorigeiko Special Practice
Present and switched on The method of critically watching practice is commonly referred to as...
Budo Thoughts
There are techniques and scrolls and teachings all over the dojo. What does it matter...
Impermanence, The Mind, and the Truth
After every meditation session my teacher, with his eyes still closed, would softly speak in...
Budō Practice & Sacrifice
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Learn Sword Online: Budo Video
Learning Japanese sword online is possible. https://player.vimeo.com/video/276710823
Budō Practice Is Everywhere
Practicing without many excuses not to is a good practice.
Too Many Martial Arts
The koryū of Japan are not self-defense arts. Although they can be authentic and certainly...