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Kendo is a Japanese style of fencing derived during the Meiji period in Japan (1868-1912), from the two-handed sword fighting techniques of the samurai. Today kendo, which means "way of the sword", is practiced with shinai (bamboo swords), and fighters wear protective equipment covering the target areas: the head, wrists, and abdomen. The bogu (protective gear) consists of a men (face mask), a do (breastplate), kote (fencing gloves), and the tare, a kind of apron to protect the stomach and hips. Under the protective gear, kendoka (students of kendo) wear a hakama, or wide split skirt, reaching the ankles. The weapon used in Kendo is the shinai, or bamboo sword. The shinai is approximately four feet in length and is made of four carefully formed bamboo slats bound together to form hollow cylinder. A cord runs along the length of the shinai. To make a valid cut a player must strike his opponent with the side opposite the cord. In addition the point must be struck with the top third of the shinai.
Kendo is not very well suited as self-defense - quite the contrary, it is a very aggressive martial art! There are no blocking techniques which are not counter-attacks: you must attack quicker than your opponent to defend yourself! Kendo is a full-contact martial art - unlike most other martial arts, the cuts are not just marked, but they are delivered with only a minimum of restraint. Still, injuries (other than occasional blisters on the soles of the feet) are very rare. The injury frequency is in fact equal to the one in curling.
To avoid injuries, the kendokas use protecting armor (bogu). The different parts of the bogu are:
Men - a fencing mask combined with shoulder flaps for protection of the head, face, throat and shoulders.
Do - a breastplate, covering the torso and stomach.
Kote - a pair of padded gloves for the hands and the wrists.
Tare - an apron which is worn around the hips to protect the thighs and the groin.
The concept of Kendo is to discipline the human character through the application of the principles of the Katana. The purpose of practicing Kendo is:
To mold the mind and body,
To cultivate a vigorous spirit,
And through correct and rigid training,
To strive for Improvement in the art of Kendo;
To hold in esteem human courtesy and honor,
To associate with others with sincerity,
And to forever pursue the cultivation of oneself.
Thus will one be able to love his country and society,
To contribue to the development of culture,
And to promote peace and prosperity among all people.
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Poker 007X34 41.25Deluxe Disguised Bamboo Stick Sword $40.9 The Shinai Bamboo Sword / Kendo Stick is designed for balance and reliability. This bamboo sword is recommended for all who want to learn sword fighting. Two piece hand guard included. Great for practice this Kendo sword is made of real bamboo and the handle is covered in leather. Shinai Bamboo Swords are constructed of 4 pieces of split bamboo. The tip of the shinai is covered in leather; the four staves are held apart by a tshaped piece of rubber. The staves are held together at the opposite end by a long leather handle. The handle is round rather than oval like a real katana. A leather lace tied in a complicated knot about a third of the way from the tip keeps the staves from spreading too far apart. A string runs down one stave it signifies the dull edge or back of the sword. Overall length 42 . The blade is made of steel. |
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This Is Kendo DVD Alexander Shinai Iaido samurai sword Iai swordsmanship #M25 $14.99 Finally an instructional video on Kendo, Japanese Swordsmanship. This exciting video fully explains the techniques of modern Kendo. Kendo is both an art, and an exciting sport, and its roots lie deep in the culture of Japan and the spirit of the samurai. This is Kendo features Sensei George Alexander, a world renown martial arts teacher and author. He fully explains how to wear the dogu (protective Armour), the use of the shinai (bamboo sword), and dojo etiquette. This video explains fighting postures, stances, footwork, basic strikes, warm up drills (Kiri Kaeishi) prearranged sparring drills (Yakusoku Renshu) combination strikes (Nidan/Sandan Waza) and Sword Point Control. Also included are many never before seen on video advanced sparring (Keiko) techniques, and an explanation of Zen concepts used in swordsmanship and much more! This is the Kendo Video you have been waiting for! Approx. 30 minutes Full Color. M-0025 Type: Books & Videos Gender: Unisex |
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Beginner's Kendo Iaido #1 DVD J Wilson Japanese Samurai Sword Shinai Katana iai #55 $14.99 This DVD is aimed at the novice who wants to attain a solid foundation of the practice of both kendo and iaido. World renowned martial arts expert Jim Wilson (member of former Champion team of Kendoists) teaches correct basic skills which will lead you to becoming a quality kendo and or iaido practitioner. He shows basics, cuts, blocks, & footwork, as well as all decorum & etiquette associated with the way of the sword. Approx. 50 min. Type: Books & Videos Gender: Unisex |
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Legendary Six Samurai - Shinai $1.75 Attribute: Water / Set: Storm of Ragnarok / Level: 3 / Card Number: STOR-EN023 / Rarity: Common / Passcode: 48505422 / ATK/DEF: 1500/1500 / Card Type: Effect Monster / Monster Type: Warrior Condition: Unl. Near Mint Size: Small Type: Cards & Card Games Color: Multi-Color Color Mapping: Multi-Color Gender: ANY Age: ANY |
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Bamboo: Bamboo Sword $15.95 Practice all your sword techniques with one of these. Designed for balance and reliability, this bamboo sword is recommended for all martial artists. Handgrip is made of leather. |
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Bamboo Blade, Volume 3 $11.59 The girls' kendo meet continues with one victory on the board for Muroe High. Despite her inexperience, Miya's ferocious shinai is a force to be reckoned with, and Captain Kirino is no pushover either. It's a tight race until Tamaki reemerges as the bespectacled "Bureiba" to battle in the fifth and final match. But is Tamaki's weak disguise enough to mask her superior abilities? |
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