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Soke (martial arts) - Soke (祖家, sōke) is a Japanese title that means "Headmaster" (or sometimes translated as "Head of the Family" or even "Grand Master"; the latter usage is a common Western misconception). It can mean one who is the leader of any school or the master of a style, but it is most commonly used as a highest level Japanese martial arts title, referring to the singular leader of a school or style of martial art.

Japanese swordsmanship - Japanese swordsmanship is divided into a number of different disciplines, depending on the specific use of the sword, the method of teaching, and the focus of the martial art itself.

Zanshin - Zanshin (Japanese: 残心) is a martial art term used in Aikido, Karate, Kendo, Iaido, Kyudo and other Japanese martial arts, referring to a state of awareness - a state of relaxed alertness. The literal translation is remaining mind.

Nanbudo - Nanbudo is a relatively recent Martial art of Japanese origin. It was founded by the Japanese martial arts master Yoshinao Nanbu (1943—) in 1978.


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Japanese Sword Arts FAQ V2.9 - Provides FAQ and information on Japanese sword arts including its origins, contrasts with other martial arts, costs involved, and related issues.

Kung Fu / Martial Arts / Swordplay Films - Films that either feature martial arts combat as a central theme or action films that have a noteable amount of martial arts combat in them. Includes Chinese swordplay films and Japanese samurai films.

Koryu.com - Martial arts of the Japanese samurai. Photos, articles, and book reviews on authentic Koryu Bujutsu (classic samurai martial arts).

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