Sangaku is much more than meets the eye. Behind the sweeping movements of the sword lies a sophisticated strategy of swordsmanship that reaches the depths of relaxed awareness, a state known in Japanese swordsmanship as marobashi. It is at least as profound a development for the mind as physical training. In Kodachi we meet another fundamental principle of classical swordsmanship – mutodori – the art of defending oneself against swords by using only a short sword, available tools or empty hands. Mutodori takes over where Sangaku kenjutsu leaves off and leads to even deeper development of body and mind.
Every student of the Ensokai Japanese Sword and Tea Society can enjoy the right to study our concept online in the facility of your own. Also online meetings connected to your dojo and keikojo.
In medieval Japan, the tea ceremony played a significant role not only as a social ritual, but also as a way to uphold Japanese aesthetics and philosophy. By practicing this ceremonial way of serving tea, the bushi learned to appreciate the simplicity, peace, and beauty of the moment. The tea ceremony served as a place for self-reflection and deep personal connection.
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