Taikiken DVD by Kenichi Sawai & Hiroshi Iijima
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"大気拳" (Taikiken) is an invincible martial art that embodies adaptability, spontaneity in offense and defense, and the power of instinct. Rooted in natural principles, it transcends forms and is characterized by its founder, Kenichi Sawai, who introduced the concept of "ki" (energy) and left an enduring impact on martial arts and practitioners worldwide. This DVD not only showcases rare footage of Kenichi Sawai himself but also features demonstrations by one of his few disciples, Hiroshi Iijima, who inherits Sawai's techniques and spirit.
Contents
Kenichi Sawai Sensei's Demonstrations (Approx. 6 minutes)
- Standing meditation
- Solo practice
- Training using trees
- Partnered practice
DVD Video Bonus
- Footage of Kenichi Sawai Sensei's instructional scenes (Approx. 3 minutes)
- Demonstration by Hiroshi Iijima (Approx. 15 minutes)
Participants
Kenichi Sawai (さわい けんいち)
- Born in 1903 (Meiji 36) in Tokyo, Japan.
- From a young age, he was fascinated by martial arts and began training in Jujutsu and Judo at age 16. He achieved 5th Dan in Judo, 4th Dan in Kendo, and 4th Dan in Iaido.
- In 1931, he traveled to China and Manchuria, where he learned Daichengquan from his teacher Wang (Kyou) Sai. He returned to Japan in 1946 and founded Daiki Ken with his teacher's permission.
- Known for his rigorous training methods in natural settings, emphasizing practical sparring with unrestricted techniques.
- Passed away on July 16, 1988 (Showa 63), leaving a lasting legacy through the establishment of "ki" (energy) and his influence on martial arts.
Hiroshi Iijima (いいじま ひろし)
- Born in 1962 (Showa 37) in Hokkaido, Japan.
- Became a disciple of Kenichi Sawai at the age of 18 and participated in training sessions at Meiji Jingu Shrine.
- Immediately recognized by Sawai and received close personal guidance.
- Engaged in a collaboration with Hiroshi Nishino of Nishino-ryu Breathing Techniques from 1982 to 1987.
- Participated in exchange matches with Kyokushin Karate from 1983 to 1986.
- Currently upholds Sawai's teachings, particularly focusing on the effectiveness of standing meditation as a fundamental and core practice within Daiki Ken.
This DVD compilation offers a unique insight into the essence of Taikiken through the perspectives and demonstrations of its founder and a dedicated disciple, highlighting its evolution and enduring impact on martial arts.
Language: Japanese
Run time: 49 min.
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