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Recently, I was lucky to sit next to Soke during his writing period at the Hombu. In that period, a few things came to my realization about the Tachi as I watched quietly and intensely as Soke completed numerous paintings and ...… Read More

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Recently, Soke has been speaking about the various types of the sword and the importance of understanding this not from a technical perspective, but as an anthropological lesson in the evolution of war. These are: Ken-Straight sword ...… Read More

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I have been graciously invited on many occasions to Germany but have not been able to accept until this year. My good friend and ex-Japan resident Oliver Piskurek has invited me to visit him in Germany and has arranged a couple of ...… Read More

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I was sent the following article by my good friend Alex Meehan in Ireland last night and felt that it was very informational and would benefit a larger audience. Please take a few minutes to read the following article on the history and ...… Read More

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“A smile will purify the soul!” is just one of the many infinite possible interpretations of this year's theme. However, as many grasp at the mist of what might be the actual meaning of Rokonshojyo, the meaning is still yet to be heard ...… Read More