Episode 156: Local Teachers in Foreign Countries Must Study Kendo More Than Students

In this episode, I would like to share what Furukawa sensei (8-dan) said in his interview with Kendo Project. What Furuakwa sensei says in the interview is very true. 

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Interview with Furukawa Kazuo sensei at Kendo Project 


Episode 155: Applying Kendo Teachings to Your Daily Life

In this episode, I want to share how you can apply kendo teachings to your daily life. I was talking to one of my students about this so I thought I should share it with you.

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Podcast Episode 154: No More Violence

In this episode, I am sharing my thoughts on violence in kendo. I just don’t understand why some people think it’s OK to hurt others in kendo. I just don’t get it. No more violence in kendo.


Episode 153: Kendo of High Grade Holders by Tani sensei

I am sharing an article, Kendo of High Grade Holders by Katsuhiko Tani sensei (8-dan, Hanshi), from Kendo Jidan Magazine 2019 April, #564 issue. 

Reference: Suri-Kaburi Part 1, Suri-Kaburi with a Partner.

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Episode 152: Thoughts after Shiai and Shinsa

In this episode, I want to share my thoughts after watching shinsa and shiai. Everytime we have shiai and shinsa, some issues always arise. Always the same kinds: shinpan skills and criteria to pass or fail. We just cannot talk about the problems all the time. Let’s talk about solution!