All Japan Kendo Federation video III [3/3]

This a documentary about kendo basics, now look and learn.

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[neoenix]

These vids rock man, thanks alot!

[mmexus]

You're welcome!

I've chosen to spread them THIS way that EVERYONE may have access to this hard-to-get videos. ☺

[Faruqhenley]

The point is that when one strikes it is imperiative to quickly vacate the area so as not to receive a counter-strike. Remember, in kendo the shinai is a representation of a real katana (samurai sword). When you take the shinai in your hand, your only purpose id to take a life, not to score a point. Kill without being killed. This is acccomplished by striking and then moving to avoid being struck.

[Lamefoureyes]

@lovinbikin The 'galloping' motion used afterwards is a common manifestation called zanshin, or lingering mind. In order for a point to be scored in kendo, the combattant must show the referees that he actually meant to hit that spot at that time, and so shows off.

Basically, while they're galloping, they're saying "Look at me, I totally meant to do that, so pretty please give me a point."

There are other ways you can show zanshin, but this is the most common.

[dickwillie28]

... in most league matches.

often in dueling leagues or private tournaments the hit restrictions disappear, various types and combos of weapon can be used, refs mysteriously lose the ability to see the location of elbows and shoulders at the worst times, and if that doesn't make a man out of you I filling out the waiver sure will.

LOL

Scars = Memories

[izzazalexander]

its just training. To force your body to propel forward. Ask kendo forums on the internet.

P/S: you don't have to put WHAT THE FUCK in your questions, its extremely rude. Kendo is practiced by millions worldwide, so the galloping away has to have a purpose.

You just made me hate you, although i wouldn't want to

[IMnotSAS]

gets you out of the way of a counter i suppose lovinbikin.

[AussieSteve001]

These videos are fantastic and very educational.

[Cropsgrinder]

"The purpose of practising Kendo is:"

That's kendonorinnen, right?

[DamnItVideos]

lovinbikin-Also note that you are not alowed to strike your oponment in the back

[lovinbikin]

whats the point of striking and galloping away.... like wtf does that accomplish??

[switchx]

Wow. great videos. thank you for posting!