This video describes basic hand grips (tenouchi) for using a katana (Japanese sword).
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Shu-ha-ri Budo Learning
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True Budo Proper Conduct
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Good Posture = Efficient Movement A graphic I made for a student talking about the...
Budo Thoughts: Practice is life.
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Happy New Year
From all of us at Shinkan-ryū Kenpō to you, Have a wonderful New Year Celebration....
Tachi Iai & Suwari Iai Demonstrations
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Katate Tsuki-One handed Thrust Iaijutsu
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6 Years of Shinkan-ryū Kenpō
Last week marked the 6th year of Shinkan-ryū Kenpō. I want to thank the faithful...
Basic Blocking In Kenjutsu
Please enjoy this informational budo video about sword blocking in classical Japanese kenjutsu. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_NfMrHpeGKM
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Be honest. Move with the truth and discard the lies and false facades. Leave them...
You With Sword In Hand, Calm Yourself
The mental issues involved with subscribing to someone you dislike, hate, have anger towards, desire...
Too Many Martial Arts
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