Toyama Ryu Sword Cutting in the Japanese Army Book by Nisohachi Hyodo & Yoshitoki Hataya Marc Denny With the rest of Asia

With the rest of Asia in turmoil for more than fifty years

parrying and evasions

Commentary (Tomoji Miyamoto)

Founded to enhance Aikido's martial efficacy

he co-starred with Kazuo Ohno in "Dead Sea" at the Butoh Festival '85

Toyama Ryu Sword Cutting in the Japanese Army Book by Nisohachi Hyodo & Yoshitoki Hataya Marc Denny With the rest of AsiaThe true sharpness of a Japanese sword is best understood by putting it to the test through cutting. A Japanese sword fulfills its purpose only when it cuts effectively. Toyama Ryu sword cutting offers a practical and efficient approach to mastering cutting techniques in a short time. Contents: Introduction 1. Since when have Japanese people stopped using real swords? 2 Kenjutsu training 3. Horsemanship 4. The Japanese sword as a weapon 5. Martial