We should not let our mind or body or sword become contorted or controlled by the opponent. In the photo the opponent blocks. We must follow in a controlled manner preserving our own posture. The posture of mind, sword and body. Sword control and posture control is important, but above all controlling  the mind.

makimono scrolls of kenjutsu

Budo Thoughts

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

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Budō Practice & Sacrifice

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FOUR ENEMIES

Four Enemies

Four Friends. Four Enemies. One morning while on alms rounds the Buddha gave a heap...

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Sword Control

We should not let our mind or body or sword become contorted or controlled by...

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The Sword of Kamma

Within Shinkan-ryū are teachings to being responsible for our actions. Admitting fault of miss-actions or...

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Practice

The car at the bottom of the hill needs a sustained gas pedal to move...

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Happy New Year

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

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