November 3: Samurai Spirit at Meiji Jingu
The Samurai Spirit at Meiji Jingu on November 3 is when kobudo or classical Japanese martial arts schools demonstrate their skills.
Katori Shintō-ryū and Martial Arts of the Samurai
Tenshinshō-den Katori Shintō-ryū needs no introduction to the devotees of samurai and classical schools of swordsmanship. It is a tradition passed on through centuries and is still alive today. Read part one of our interview with Risuke Ōtake Sensei.
The Japanese Sword Catalog
Unique Japan, an antique sword dealer in Tokyo, has kindly allowed us to showcase their latest beautifully photographed Japanese sword catalog volume 40. Our subscribers can download this fine publication.
Warriors of Budo: Alex Bennett and Kendo
Warriors of Budo: Episode Five Kendo, where Alex Bennett talks about his 7th dan Kendo grading, which he passed at the first attempt at modest age .
Meiji Jingu Enbu (Full Version)
Seven minute film of the annual Meiji Jingu Enbu or Meiji Shrine Kobudo demonstrations – the classical Martial Arts of Japan.
ART of the Japanese Sword
Art of the Japanese Sword DVD in a retail store in Tokyo, Japan. The design is from our Japanese distributor for the Art of the Japanese Sword.
Episode Six: Naginata Artwork
Cover art of Episode Six: The deadly arts of Naginata and Jukendo and Tankendo and Jodo… the weapons of Bujutsu.
