Kendo | A Beginner's Guide To

: A solid wooden sword used for Kata (structured forms) rather than contact practice.

Kendo is often said to "begin and end with a bow." Etiquette is not just a formality; it is central to the practice of Budo (martial ways). A Beginner's Guide to Kendo

A Beginner’s Guide to Kendo: The Way of the Sword Kendo (剣道), which translates to "the Way of the Sword," is a modern Japanese martial art descended from the swordsmanship of the samurai. It combines rigorous physical activity with mental discipline, focusing on character development through the application of the principles of the katana. 1. Philosophy and Etiquette (Reigi) : A solid wooden sword used for Kata