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Kenjutsu is a discipline recognized as “the technique of the sword” through individualapplication and style. Unlike iaido, where you begin with a sheathed sword, kenjustu and kendo begin with the sword already drawn.
Kenjutsu is considered a classical bujutsu (art of war). Training using steel, wood and bamboo has been well established for hundreds of years. Classical kenjutsu schools tend to be quite secretive of their techniques.
There is little written on kenjutsu but much on iaido, kendo and the samurai sword. Do not be discouraged about this since one has to learn through hands on training only gained through personal study and diligent practice.
For detailed information on “ken” kenjutsu and Iai-batto-do, consult the book The Essential Introductory Book for the Japanese Sword or call 602-996-8292.
