{"id":3368,"date":"2026-03-09T15:53:43","date_gmt":"2026-03-09T06:53:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shikukai.org\/?page_id=3368"},"modified":"2026-04-10T15:50:37","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T06:50:37","slug":"education","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/shikukai.org\/en\/education\/","title":{"rendered":"martial arts education"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Nurturing the mind and body through kendo<\/h1>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"15q0r23\" data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"174\">(1) Introduction<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"232\">Kendo is not just a martial art of learning techniques.<br data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"201\" \/>It is a martial art that fosters courtesy, respect, and a desire to improve oneself.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"283\">At Shikukai, through kendo practice,<br data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"253\" \/>We place importance on learning the \"heart\" and \"attitude\" that are important as a human being.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"288\" \/>\n<h2>(ii) Respect for courtesy.<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"359\">In kendo, we always bow at the beginning and end of practice.<br data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"332\" \/>Respect and appreciation for others is the basis of Budo.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"361\" data-end=\"403\">In the dojo, greetings and courtesy are important,<br data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"380\" \/>Students will acquire a posture that can be applied in daily life.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"361\" data-end=\"403\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shikukai.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC_0187-scaled-e1772701042250.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3096\" src=\"https:\/\/shikukai.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC_0187-scaled-e1772701042250-1024x558.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"436\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shikukai.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC_0187-scaled-e1772701042250-1024x558.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/shikukai.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC_0187-scaled-e1772701042250-300x163.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shikukai.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC_0187-scaled-e1772701042250-768x419.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shikukai.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC_0187-scaled-e1772701042250-1536x837.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/shikukai.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC_0187-scaled-e1772701042250-2048x1116.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"408\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"lq7xpa\" data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"421\">(iii) Growth of mind and body<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"459\">In kendo training, it is not only about physical strength and technique,<br data-start=\"442\" data-end=\"445\" \/>It also develops concentration and perseverance.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"500\">Through hard work, confidence is developed,<br data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"480\" \/>It can foster the ability to face difficulties.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"505\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"hj4exy\" data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"518\">4) Learning together with fellow students<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"553\">In the dojo, beyond age and experience,<br data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"538\" \/>We have an environment where we can learn from each other.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"555\" data-end=\"588\">By practicing with friends,<br data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"571\" \/>It also fosters compassion and a spirit of cooperation.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"593\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"xvhffq\" data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"609\">5) Human development through kendo<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"657\">The purpose of kendo is not only to win.<br data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"635\" \/>It is about improving ourselves and becoming better people.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"703\">At Shikukai, through kendo<br data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"674\" \/>Our goal is to develop people who value courtesy, hard work, and compassion.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1liufge\" data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"734\">About Tours and Experiences<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"787\">Shikukai welcomes anyone interested in kendo to visit and experience the sport.<br data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"769\" \/>Even first-timers can participate.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shikukai.org\/en\/join\/\">\u25b6 Click here for information on joining<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shikukai.org\/en\/trial\/\">\u25b6 Click here to request a trial or tour.<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kendo is the art of learning techniques 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