Kendo: The Intersection of the Three Rings Book by Jindrich Ziegelheim

"Kendo: The Intersection of the Three Rings" by Jindřich Ziegelheim (7th dan) is a practical kendo book compiling notes and teachings from prominent sensei encountered during his training in Japan and worldwide.

It focuses on three core aspects: regular training (keiko), competition (shiai), and grading exams (shinsa), with illustrations, direct advice, and insights from high-level Japanese instructors.

Chapters:

1 Regular Training
2 Competition 
3 Dan Grading

About the Instructor:

Jindřich Ziegelheim is a Czech kendo practitioner (7th dan Renshi), author, and club leader of San Dó Mon dojo in Prague/Bílina. He started kendo in 1989, trained extensively in Japan (including Kobukan dojo and police/municipal groups), and holds a Ph.D. (Ing. Jindřich Ziegelheim, Ph.D.). He co-founded clubs with his wife Jana Ziegelheimová (also 7th dan), teaches seminars, coaches national teams, and competes (e.g., European Championships).

Length: 354 pages

Publication date: 2025