Concepts of Kendo

This section is intended to aid students of Kendo, particularly those beginning to learn Kendo at UTKA/AKD, towards a better understanding of its purpose and mentality. Nothing in this section is to be taken as the final truth about each respective topic as many other people much more advanced may have differing ideas and opinions. It is instead intended as something for the reader to think about and decide for himself. Finally, nothing learned here can replace practice. Knowledge of kendo is absolutely worthless unless it is practiced regularly within the dojo and, of course, outside the dojo. Everything that I have shared with you here is intended as a supplement to one's practice. Enjoy!

SunTzu "Art of War" Ch.3

Zanshin

Katsu-Jin-Ken (sword of life/enlightenment)