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Written by kendomushi
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Tuesday, 30 March 2010 21:41 |
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Swords first came into common use around 400A.D. in Japan. At this time they were not the complexly constructed, delicately curved blade we associate with Japan today. They were primitive straight blades used for simple cuts and thrusts.
Around the same time is recorded use of the bokken as a weapon. The bokken is made of extremely hard wood and meant to as closely as possible match the size, shape, and weight of a metal sword. We still use the bokken or bokuto in kendo today when we practice the kata.
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Monday, 10 May 2010 09:17 |
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Here is the "Concept of Kendo" as defined by the All Japan Kendo Federation (AJKF).
The concept of kendo is to discipline the human character through the application of the principles of the katana (sword).
The purpose of practicing kendo then is:
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Last Updated on Monday, 10 May 2010 09:25 |
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Written by Admin
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Friday, 19 March 2010 00:19 |
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Founded on April 17th, 1992 the Yokota Kendo Club is both the longest continuously running martial arts club in the 57 year history of Yokota Air Base and the only on-base entity that maintains ongoing community relations with Akishima City. Part of the base property is incorporated into Akishima.
The club is part of the Akishima Kendo Federation, which is in turn part of the Akishima City Sports Federation. The federation is strongly supported by members of the local government and civic leaders. Many of the local government leadership are directly involved both in practicing kendo and managing the federation’s activities. Further, the Yokota Kendo Club is actually a branch of Keitenkan Dojo which is owned by the Ito family and lies within the family estate in Akishima. Mr. Ito is active in kendo, iai, is an accomplished artist and author as well as the former mayor of Akishima.
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Is it possible to have too much practice? |
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Written by Jimg
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Monday, 10 May 2010 09:27 |
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Is it possible to have too much practice?
In short, yes. At any level it is possible to overdo even a good thing. Assume my statement is true. That leads to the next logical question, how much is too much? The answer here is a bit more complicated and depends on the level you are currently at.
Dan holders: Too much is any amount that causes you discomfort or injury. We all want to get better, want to improve our technique, speed, spirit, and strength and this is a good thing. However, if we push ourselves too hard, we are likely to do two things.
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Last Updated on Monday, 10 May 2010 09:30 |
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