| Course Number |
| Course Title |
Credits |
Instructor(s) |
| Budo: An Introduction to Japanese Martial Arts |
2 |
TAKEDA, Ryuichi |
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| Keywords |
Budo,Mentality,Technique,Individuality |
Course
Description
(including Goal and Objectives) |
Have you ever heard the language of "Budo" ?
Budo refers to the traditional martial arts of Japan. Budo sports are practiced
worldwide. Why is Budo done? Because the cultural traits of Budo and the
individuality of Budo have been noticed.
What is the individuality of Budo?
One purpose of the sport is to enjoy oneself. But, the main purpose of
Budo is to develop human relationships Budo practice is called 'Michi'
and 'Syugyo,' and it emphasizes the mental aspects. Such individuality
derived from Budo includes fighting techniques, as well as some religious
influences.
This time, I will take up Kendo, Judo, Kyudo, Iaido, Karate and Naginata.
The history and techniques of those Budo sports shall be introduced. |
| Course Schedule |
| 1 |
The concept of Budo |
| 2 |
Keiko, Kata and Michi |
| 3 |
The mentality of Budo |
| 4 |
Descripsion of the book about budo written to modern times |
| 5 |
Kendo 1: Fundamental technique |
| 6 |
Kendo 2: Waza, competition and kata |
| 7 |
Naginata 1: Fundamental technique |
| 8 |
Naginata 2: Waza, competition and kata |
| 9 |
Iaido: Fundamental technique, waza, and kata |
| 10 |
Judo 1: Fundamental technique |
| 11 |
Judo 2: Waza, competition and kata |
| 12 |
Karate 1: Fundamental technique |
| 13 |
Karate 2: Waza, competition and kata |
| 14 |
Aikido: Fundamental technique and waza |
| 15 |
Kyudo: Fundamental technique · Beginner's comments |
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| Textbook(s) |
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| Reference(s) |
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| Grading Method |
Final Exam or Final Report |
50 % |
| Attendance and Homework |
20 % |
| Contribution to Discussions |
30 % |
| Message to Students |
Please understand real Budo and try to play Budo. |
| Contacts |
ek621@kdw.kj.yamagata-u.ac.jp |
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