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Aikido and Katori Shinto-ryu.
The Influence Aikido Has on Children
2026년 08월 28일
Aikido is a martial art that redirects an opponent’s force by moving in harmony with their motion, rather than overpowering
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2026년 08월 27일
How to Teach Beginners — Jeju Branch, Kim Si-yeon
Not long ago, my hakama finally reached the end of its life. A hole had
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2026년 08월 25일
Life Is the Real Deal, Jong-man
I post Aikido videos on my YouTube channel from time to time. Reading comments praising
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2026년 08월 24일
The Future of Aikido — Thinking About the Outlook for Martial Arts
“Don’t kids these days just not want to learn martial arts anymore?” It’s a question
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2026년 08월 23일
What Is Aikido? — A Basic Guide for Beginners
Aikido (合気道) is a martial art that originated in Japan, built around the distinctive philosophy
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2026년 08월 23일
A Martial Arts Habit That Changes Life After Retirement — An Aikido Wellness Guide for Seniors
“Can I really start a martial art at my age?” That’s the question most prospective
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2026년 08월 23일
5 Confusing Terms for Martial Arts Beginners — What Kyu, Dan, and Belt Colors Really Mean
Walking into a martial arts dojo for the first time can be confusing because of
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2026년 08월 23일
What Is Katori Shinto-ryu? — The Oldest Surviving School of Classical Swordsmanship
Among Japan’s martial arts, there is one sword tradition often called “the oldest surviving school”
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2026년 08월 23일
Why Learn Ukemi? — The Technique That Builds an Injury-Resistant Body
When you first join an Aikido dojo, you’ll likely spend the first few weeks practicing
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The Aikido Webzine shares stories of Aikido and Katori Shinto-ryu from Jeju Oseung Dojang, along with information on living a healthy life through the martial arts — for everyone from first-time visitors to long-time practitioners.
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2026년 08월 23일
What Is Katori Shinto-ryu? — The Oldest Surviving School of Classical Swordsmanship
Among Japan’s martial arts, there is one sword tradition often called “the oldest surviving school”
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2026년 08월 23일
Kendo vs. Katori Shinto-ryu — The Difference Between Modern Kendo and Classical Swordsmanship
When people hear “a martial art that uses a sword,” most think of Kendo. But
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2026년 08월 23일
Why Is the Naginata Known as a Women’s Martial Art? — Myth and Real History
The naginata (薙刀) — a curved blade mounted on a long shaft — is often
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2026년 08월 23일
How to Hold a Sword for the First Time — Swordsmanship Basics for Beginners
The first time anyone holds a sword, it feels unfamiliar. Will it be too heavy?
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