Introduction to Kendo - Japanese Sports

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Kendo is a modern Japanese martial art, which descended from swordsmanship and uses bamboo swords and protective armour. Kendo is an activity that combines martial arts practices and values with strenuous sport-like physical activity. In this video Risa will introduce everything you need to know about Kendo, from the rules to the equipment you need. She will show you how to enjoy this sport and teach you all the specific words you need to know.

If you are an absolute beginner Japanese learner, this video is made for you. Our host expresses herself in simple Japanese, with English subtitles. This video will challenge your listening comprehension skills and help you progress in your Japanese study. This is THE place to start if you want to start learning Japanese.

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[munzutai]

The sound of the two swords hitting each other sounds so satisfying

[JUPITER]

Risa-san, your explanation of your impression of kendo brought tears to my eyes. Kendo has a way of bringing out my personality, too, and inner spirit. Just thinking about kendo gives me the strength to make difficult decisions and be severe with others when needed, as well as stay focused, calm my mind, and much more. I think you really understand kendo from your explanation. 🥰

[TnitigeR]

3:11 never ever do this or you will have lived the longest part of your life!
The tip of the shinai never touches the floor. Putting or even resting on the sword and especially on the swords tip is a NO GO. We got punished for doing so.

[libbygerner]

arigatou gozaimasu Risa san. Sugoku tanoshikatta. Watashi no seitotachi no kono bideo wo misemasu!

[painite]

i am about to start kendo with a friend next week, happy to stumble upon this video to what practice would look most likely look like!

[JeffreyCVogt]

I'd love to see Risa and her friend continue to practice Kendo, and watch their progression. Next, Jiu Jistu!

[AZASeraph]

I want to go to Japan as an exchange student for 2023-2024 and I'm going to be in the kendo club as it looks awesome

[englishkendo]

Thank you for introducing Kendo!! It is great Japanese culture!!

[MarioUcomics]

Do more Japanese martial arts intro videos like classical japanese jujutsu, kyokushin karate, or aikijujutsu!

[DiogenesGOM]

Yeah, we all know that Risa is something! She's very good doing this kind of cultural presentation with teaching! We all like Risa a lot! A wonderful and natural personality!
But, we cannot forget the guys in the background! Video edition is great! I mean, it's AWESOME! it suit with Risa personality very well! It could be a girly or childish content, but it's very well maded content for everyone! The redators and camera, too!
Well done, guys! Well Done!

The japanesepod101 is helping me a lot to learn japanese once for all! Learned to read Katakana and hiragana in one week. I use other apps, too, but this channel helps me a lot!

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- And the very likely japanese sport!
KARAOKE! You guys know that we want to see Risa singing, right? Right! :D
Show us where to find good karaoke in Tokio! The habits for a good Karaoke Jam e everything more!
I'd like to end this saying thanks to you, guys! Because i'm learning in the fastest, the easiest and in the most fun way! Keep it up, please!

Greetings From Brasil!

[poojit]

Another great lesson by Risa sensei 👍
Loved it.

Please do more videos on traditional Japanese sports / activities.

[petergarcia]

It always feels good to experience something new

[MichaelFrank-ei]

Hi Risa! Enjoy your videos, I've always loved Japanese culture, kendo is something I would definitely try❤

[That_Eriksson]

Risa is a goddess and the most adorable.

[cypresspuz]

I wana see Risa - Sensei star in a Kendo/Samurai movie. She looks absolutely badass!

[rossyvy]

We also have kendo in the Philippines. Some 5th to 7th rank sensei always visit and teach us how to do the right way of kendo. And the first time for me was like this also(except the laughing and giggling, they were strict). But despite the pain, I still continue doing kendo. Most of the people who do kendo here don't have rankings yet because we have to go to hongkong if we want to take the test.

[cheronroggen]

Thank you for sharing this video! I am interested in Kendo and this video gives a wonderful insight into what is done in practice. I love your videos on Japanese culture.

[fyrelorde]

From what I’m seeing this isn’t like the swordsmanship that was used back in the time of samurai, the blades back then were very brittle due to the high amount of carbon and the multitude of folding the brittle steel in the blade’s production, so these warriors tried to avoid blocking another blade with their own as it would do more ham than good, damaging the blade. So they were always going for kill shots and honing their skills so they never drag out the battles in order to keep their blade sharp and intact.

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2:09 ♪~ She bravely turned her tail and fled; Brave, brave, brave, brave san-Risa. ~♪