Ken Jitsu Volume 1

This Ken Jitsu series of the Yanagi Ryu by it Soke, inheritor by direct succession of a classical ryu, Don Angier is now available. The sword held mystical significance as well as having immense practical military value. The study of the sword in ancient Japan was considered of foremost importance. These tapes of the Yanagi ryu cover every aspect of Japanese swordmanship from a practical as well as historical perspective. The scope and depth of detail in this video is unmatched by any other on this topic. Because of the training and personality of Yoshida Kotaro this ryu has maintained the old fighting style for which the warrioris of Satsuma, the samurai who made his last stand against the imperial forces of the Meji restoration were famous. This series includes how swords were made and polished as well as clothing that was worn by the samurai and how it was worn. Kata and etiquitte as well as practical fighting techniques are featured. 60 minutes.