Tetsuzan Kuroda 1: Koden Bujutsu Gokui Shinan Series 1 DVD

Volume 1 - Minyaryu Iaido

Disappear in Movement. Vanish in Between. Seeing the "Visible Movement"

Through extensive accumulation of practice in its true form, even seemingly incredible techniques become possible. By employing large and expansive movements, the profound depths of kata are reached, satisfying contradictory conditions such as shortest, fastest, largest, and smallest simultaneously.

The profound essence of Japanese ancient martial arts kata, preserving unknown principles of movement. Kata is not merely a simplified form for practical combat. It encompasses all teachings passed down by ancient masters. What is the art of bodily manipulation that surpasses both delicacy and speed in its ultimate form?

Kuroda Tetsuzan, a hero in the Heisei era martial arts world, provides direct guidance! By earnestly studying kata and reflecting on oneself, infinite martial arts techniques become visible.

Content:

Minyaryu Iaido: History and Theoretical Overview

Practical Exercises: "Reiho" (Etiquette), "Shin no Tachi" (True Blade), "Mukai Giri" (Direct Cut)

Disciple Demonstrations (Guidance, Attention), General Demonstrations (Guidance, Attention)

Instructor's Demonstrations: "Shin no Tachi" (True Blade), "Kiritsuke" (Cutting Attachment), "Gyo no Tachi" (Form of Motion), "Yo no Ken" (Yang Sword), "Ehigamae" (To Stand in Readiness), "Mukake" (Confrontation), "Koe Nuki" (Voice Extraction)

Instructor: Kuroda Tetsuzan

Born in 1950 in Saitama Prefecture, Kuroda Tetsuzan learned his family's martial arts from his grandfather, Taiji Tetsushinzai. He is the headmaster of Minyaryu Iaido, Komagawa Kaishinryu Kenjutsu, Shishin Takumaru-ryu Jujutsu, Tsubaki Kotengu-ryu Bojutsu, and Seigyoku Koguri-ryu Sakkatsu-jutsu. He continues to pursue the authentic movements of martial arts with his disciples at the Fushukan Dojo. Kuroda is his real name. He remains a star-like presence in the modern competitive martial arts world, admired by many martial arts enthusiasts who seek authenticity.

Run time: 60 min.

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