rough the samurai’s symbols—the sword and armor—we train mind, technique, and body as one.
Activity,1 - Highlights -➤ PreparationThe Japanese Katana is the most effective blade to date and can only be worn by Samurai. First, change into a Samurai costume (dogi and hakama) and become a Samurai.Activities,2In Japanese （Budo）martial arts, training is based on the belief that one draws upon the power of ancient gods of war; therefore, a kamidana (shrine) is set up in the dojo, and training begins and ends with worship at the kamidana.Martial Arts - Judo, Kendo, Kyudo, Sumo, Karate, Aikido, Shorinji Kempo, Naginata, Juken-doTraditional Martial Arts - [Swordmanship, Iaido, Batto-jutsu], Jujutsu, [Spearmanship, Bo-jutsu], Ryukyu Traditional Martial ArtsActivities,3➤ Learn about the relationship between samurai and swords, and the proper etiquetteThe son of a samurai becomes a samuraiTo become a samurai, one must either be “born into a samurai family” or be “granted” the status of a samurai by a lord.However, in extremely rare cases, some rose from peasant to samurai based on their own merit (a social upheaval). Famous examples include Saito Dosan and Oda Nobunaga.Since their path to becoming a samurai was predetermined, they had to study swordsmanship, academics, and general education from a young age. There was no other choice.By the time they underwent the coming-of-age ceremony (genpuku) at age 15, they were permitted to carry a sword—and through the experience of wearing a sword, they developed a sense of responsibility and finally realized the honor of being a samurai.From this point on, they learned the daily rituals and customs of a samurai who had embarked on the path of BushidoActivities,4➤ Walking with a sword belt and practicing the gestures of walking.A samurai walks with a sword in his belt.Insert the sword into the belt at the waist with the blade side facing up.When walking, they walk on the left side of the road so that the sheaths of their swords do not come into contact with each other. The bushido also keeps the sword's koiguchi cut and ready to be drawn at any time.Activities,5➤ Practice the basics with the iai practice sword.Swinging the sword from the stanceBattou - Pulling the sword out of the scabbard (to cut)Chiburui - the process of symbolically removing blood from the blade of a sword after cutting a personNottou - Returning the sword to its sheath (after blood-burui) actionActivities,6➤ Experience sword techniques directly from a master, including basic kata and stances,➤ Swing the sword from the stance ofWhen swinging the sword down, be aware that you are swinging with the weight of the sword, without using your arm strength.If you are swinging correctly, you will hear a "hi-nari" sound from the sword.Activities,7➤Trial Slashing Demonstration by a master swordsmanExperience the world's sharpest real samurai sword for yourself. Activities,8➤ Try on Samurai ArmorWearing Samurai Armor and Helmet when going into battleArmor dressing to become a samuraiWearing armor not only improves defensive capabilities, but also boosts morale and demonstrates dignity. As a retainer, you will dress in armor.Learn how to move in armorMorale rises, inspiring the army. When going into battle, they perform sword techniques in armor for good luck. Master these techniques.- Highlights,2 -Before going to war, the Samurai would wear Armor and draw their swords to show and inspire their dignity and beauty.Activities,9➤ Photographing Samurai ArmorA photo was taken with the armor to commemorate the Samurai.We may have seen samurai armor, but we rarely had a chance to wear it. A photo was taken with the armor to commemorate the Samurai experience.Spear : thrustsNaginata : to swing and cleave.Gunbai : A fan-shaped tool used to signal the advance or retreat of an army on the battlefield.➤ Photography service to capture serious figures during the activity. We will send you the photo data within both days.
