Pages for learning Japanese about kendo, sorted by how much they offer a learner.
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Guide to the Japanese counter 発 (hatsu) for counting shots, hits, punches, and similar actions. Covers pronunciation patterns, irregular forms, and usage across weapons, sports, superpowers, and physical attacks.
A memorial and historical account of Haydn Foster Sensei, an early pioneer of aikido in England, covering the development of aikido training and organizations in the UK from 1955 onwards.
Guide to the Japanese counter 面 (men) used for counting masks, surfaces, and things with surfaces. Explains pronunciation, usage patterns, and provides example sentences for learners of all levels.
Information about Hosei University's four English-taught degree programs in Tokyo, including details on Japanese language classes, campus locations, scholarships, and admission requirements for international students.
These include Judo, Kendo, Karatedo, Aikido, Iaido, Nihon Jujutsu and Kobudo.
Grammar guide to nai ない, the negative auxiliary adjective in Japanese. Covers basic negation, multiple translations, past tense nakatta, question forms, and colloquial variants, with examples from anime.
A glossary of about seventy essential Japanese terms used in kendo and iaido, covering equipment, strikes, postures, etiquette, and competition vocabulary. Designed for new and progressing practitioners.
Biography of Kenshiro Abbe Sensei, who introduced aikido to the United Kingdom in 1955 and founded the Kyushindo system.
A glossary of aikido terminology in Japanese with English translations and brief explanations. Serves beginners learning the vocabulary of aikido practice and training.
Glossary of Japanese terms used in iaido practice, with definitions and English translations. Serves students and practitioners learning the vocabulary and techniques of this Japanese martial art.
A guide to major Japanese martial arts including karate, judo, kendo, and aikido that covers their history, philosophy, ranking systems, and differences between traditional and modern forms.
Guide to traditional Japanese garments including kimono, yukata, hakama and other clothing worn in Japan. Covers the history, structure and uses of each garment with cultural context for learners and travelers.
Explains aikido's historical development from Japanese sword techniques and philosophy, covering its emergence after World War II and its approach to conflict resolution without fighting.
A Japanese-English dictionary explaining kendo terminology and techniques for practitioners and learners of the martial art.
Why are some words written without kanji in Japanese?
Iaido Terminology A-Z Iaido terminology was supplied by Deborah Klens-Bigman, Ph.D. ashi: foot.
Dictionary of aikido terms with Japanese terminology and English translations. Serves learners of aikido and Japanese martial arts who encounter unfamiliar terminology during training.
A guide to kendo terminology with Japanese words, kanji, and explanations of concepts kendoka encounter during training and practice. Serves learners interested in Japanese martial arts and the vocabulary used in kendo.
Zen Nihon Jūdō Renmei（All Japan Judo Federation）
Shop and information site for kendo equipment and supplies operated by Nippon Budo, a Japanese company with presence in multiple countries. Provides product information and repair services for kendoka of all levels.
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