Pages for learning Japanese about martial arts, sorted by how much they offer a learner.
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Guide to Japanese spiritual traditions including Zen meditation, Shinto purification practices, and martial arts philosophy, with explanations of concepts like zazen, mushin, and fudoshin, suitable for learners seeking.
Grammar and vocabulary lessons drawn from popular anime series, covering character speech patterns, dialect variations, and fan culture terminology.
Guide to the kanji 平 (peace, calm, level) covering its origins, meanings, stroke order, and five classical calligraphy styles. Suitable for beginners learning kanji and calligraphy.
Biographical information about Koichi Tohei Sensei, founder of the Ki Society and developer of Ki-Aikido, covering his training, teachings, and role in spreading aikido internationally.
Blog post explaining the concept of "touchless" throwing in Ki Aikido, discussing techniques like Yokomen-uchi Irimi and the role of Ki and Uke in martial practice.
A Journey Through Aikido: Robert Nadeau on Spirituality, O-Sensei, and the Golden Age of Aikido in California
Interview with Jacques Payet about his training under Gozo Shioda and the development of Yoshinkan aikido, covering teaching methods, training intensity, and Shioda's personality for martial arts practitioners and.
Archive page featuring articles on kyudo, the Japanese martial art of archery, covering history and technique for martial arts students and those interested in Japanese culture.
Explores the history, philosophy, and aesthetics of sado (the Japanese tea ceremony), including its origins, the influential tea master Sen no Rikyu, and connections to Zen Buddhism and wabi-sabi.
Handbook for an aikido dojo covering the history and philosophy of aikido, its founder Morihei Ueshiba, and training principles. For students and practitioners of aikido.
Online private karate lessons taught by a Japanese sensei via Zoom, offering personalized instruction in Shotokan karate for students of all levels worldwide.
A glossary of Japanese swordsmanship terminology for iaido, defining technical terms for stances, cuts, equipment, etiquette and ranks. Suitable for learners interested in Japanese martial arts vocabulary.
Guide to Japanese summer festivals covering traditions, clothing, food, games, and cultural practices like Obon and Bon Odori dances. Helps travelers and learners understand festival customs and what to expect.
Aikido of Maine offers traditional aikido classes for adults of all fitness levels in Portland, Maine, with flexible scheduling and introductory programs designed for beginners.
We are a not for profit martial arts school that focuses on a peaceful form of Aikido.
A guide to Japanese language playgroups and immersion activities for foreign children in Japan, covering community centers, bilingual programs, and strategies like singing, picture books, and cultural activities for.
Guide for foreigners training martial arts in Japan covering major disciplines, finding dojos, costs, etiquette, visas, and practical tips for beginners and experienced practitioners.
An interview with Aikido instructor Yoshigasaki-sensei discussing the philosophy and practice of aikido, including concepts of relaxation, calmness, ki, and the spiritual dimensions of Japanese martial arts.
A guide to Japanese culture, food, events, and language learning for people in the UK.
English-language group karate lessons in Tokyo taught by Yusuke Nagano, a 3rd Dan Shotokan instructor. Classes cover kata, kihon, and kumite for all levels, with step-by-step corrections and cultural context.
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