This article is designed to follow the same explanatory framework as the others in the kumitachi series, as well as the jo v bokken. I have discussed San-no-tachi (3rd Kumitachi) in earlier articles. Initial Conditions Both in migi-hanmi, chūdan, proper maai. Uchidachi initiates with kiri-kaeshi, entering not as a circular action but as a directContinue reading “3rd KUMITACHI”
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1st KUMITACHI
Initial Conditions Both practitioners begin in migi-hanmi, seigan-no-kamae. Neither possesses initiative. Both share the centerline equally, each capable of attacking or receiving without commitment. Uchidachi then deliberately lowers the sword into gedan-no-kamae. This is not defensive withdrawal. It is 誘い (sasoi) an invitation. By voluntarily abandoning the upper line while preserving posture, distance, and balance,Continue reading “1st KUMITACHI”
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