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“Aikido is first and foremost BUDO”
The above sentence has been attributed to O'Sensei and I'd like to use it as a motto for my dojo's website.
Problem: I can't find a reliable source about when/where he said this. Or a proper Japanese ...
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AiKiDo - is there a good translation for all the terms?
I find it extremely difficult to memorise all terms - there is no connection to me with them. Is there a good german or english translation for all terms used in AiKiDo?
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Blocking with a katana blade
Are there any school/style of Japanese swordsmanship that teach blocking (a parry or deflect is fine as long as there is contact between them) incoming attacks with the sharp edge of the blade of a ...
