Kendo 2026: Graduating from "Hitting for Points" — My path to SUTEMI скачать в хорошем качестве

Kendo 2026: Graduating from "Hitting for Points" — My path to SUTEMI

Kicking off 2026 with my first Kendo practice (Hatsugeiko)! In this session with Someya-sensei (6th Dan), I realized the limits of my "point-hunting" mindset. From attempting Karate-inspired techniques to finding a new perspective through Nito (two-swords), this video captures my realization that true Kendo lies beyond just hitting the target. My goal for this year is to graduate from "Hitting for Points" and fully embrace the spirit of SUTEMI—the art of total commitment and striking without hesitation. [ Timestamps ] 00:00 - Intro: First practice of 2026! 00:28 - Shotachi 01:35 - Kote-Men 02:06 - Kiriotoshi-Men 02:50 - Debana-Men 03:22 - Men-Kaeshi-Do 04:04 - Debana-Kote 04:36 - Ai-Men 06:24 - Karate Inspired Tobikomi-Do 07:37 - Men-Suriage-Men [ About this video ] I've often found myself "playing tag" in Kendo—focusing too much on just making contact. But facing a 6th Dan master reminded me of the profound "Riai" (logic) of Budo. When I switched to Nito, I felt a strange sense of calm and pressure that I struggle to find in Itto. My mission this year is to channel that intensity and "strike after winning." [ Let’s Connect ] If you enjoyed the video, please Like and Subscribe for more Kendo journeys! What are your Kendo goals for 2026? Let me know in the comments! #Kendo #Budo #Sutemi #MartialArts #Nito #Hatsugeiko #剣道 #初稽古