Apr
22
2013
The work Kuzushi is often translated as take the balance. If you look at the kanji (which I have so helpfully included) it is a verb which means to collapse or to destroy.
If you take someones balance they will take a step and escape. ?If you however focus on destroying their kamae then you have effectively taken away power and ability to counter your intentions. ?I am sure I will have to visit more on the specifics of this as I figure them out further. ?So until then.
Your life is on the line, practise well.
Apr
12
2013
Until this point I have never been in Japan to see the cherry blossoms. I have now. They are something to behold. As I wonder around Japan feeling a sense of familiarity that I do not feel anywhere in the world outside of Edmonton, it occurs to me how much time I spend here. The theme this year is difficult and the days are long. I hope to attend 100 training sessions while I am here this time. I am thankful for the friends with whom I am going to be able to train while I am here. Also to the Bujinkan Czech Dojo, and their leader Czech Norris making nightly drinking acceptable I thank you.
I will begin posting information on training with Tsurugi, and Muto Dori Gata (note the Oxford comma please) as well as what I have been shown of Takagi Yoshin Ryu Jutaijutsu soon (I hope).
Your life is on the line, practise well.