Pages for learning Japanese about martial arts, sorted by how much they offer a learner.
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A category archive of humorous poems and essays about aikido training and dojo life at a Maine martial arts school, offering cultural insight into aikido practice for learners interested in Japanese martial arts.
Overview of 18 classical martial arts in medieval Japan, including archery, swordsmanship, and unarmed combat, with historical context from origins through the modern era.
Interview with an experienced aikido instructor about founding and running a dojo, teaching philosophy, and integrating aikido with other martial arts.
Private karate instruction in Tokyo with a certified Shotokan black belt instructor, offering personalized training in kata, kumite, and body mechanics for students of all levels who visit Japan.
Overview of aikido as a Japanese martial art emphasizing harmony, peaceful conflict resolution, and personal development. Describes aikido's origins, philosophy, and benefits for people of all ages.
Information about the Aikido Schools of Ueshiba organization, its board of directors, administrative structure, and committees that oversee aikido training and instruction.
A bilingual glossary of sumo terminology with Japanese terms, English definitions, and explanations of ranks, tournament rules, and winning techniques for followers learning about the sport.
Video collection of aikido instruction and demonstrations, including the Nishio Aikido curriculum and Daito-ryu Aikijiujitsu courses.
The Taoistic philosophy of its ancient originator Lao Tzu, with the complete Tao Te Ching, the main text of Taoism, translated and explained.
Easy Japanese news articles with furigana and English translations covering current events. Suitable for N3-N5 learners to practice reading comprehension with real news stories.
Britannica article on kung fu covering its history from the Zhou dynasty, basic stances and movements, and philosophical dimensions.
Glossary of terminology used in Iaido and Budo martial arts training, including Japanese terms for techniques, equipment, etiquette, and combat positions.
Ki Aikido classes in Hillsboro, Virginia for beginners and adults. Offers evening instruction in a Japanese martial art focused on calm presence, conflict resolution, and bodymind oneness without requiring prior.
A collection of articles covering Japanese vocabulary, grammar structures, cultural expressions, and language features for beginners.
Blog post exploring the reality of training in a Japanese dojo, comparing Hollywood expectations with actual dojo life, etiquette, and the challenges of traditional martial arts training for foreigners and beginners.
Guide to Japanese martial arts covering karate, aikido, and kendo with information on techniques, equipment, terminology, and cultural principles.
Guide to Japanese wedding traditions covering Shinto, Christian and modern ceremonies, reception customs, and gift-giving etiquette.
Educational material about kumite, partner training in kyokushin karate, from the IBMA Digital Karate Budo Textbook. Requires membership to access.
A journal of interviews, articles, and technical content about aikido and related Japanese martial arts. Offers insights into aikido philosophy, history, and practice for students and practitioners of all levels.
A digital textbook page on kata forms in Kyokushin karate, explaining how stances, strikes, and techniques are performed continuously in training sequences.
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