Japanese Martial Arts and Traditional Culture II

In the martial arts classes, students will learn about the history and contemporary state of martial arts—Japan’s traditional athletic culture. Students will gain a deeper understanding of this traditional exercise and seek differences and commonalities with other sports.

In the traditional culture classes, students will undergo practical training in traditional Japanese culture, which many Japanese people have little opportunity to come into contact with.

The classes comprise explanations of martial arts and traditional culture using videos and slides, as well as practical lessons, which will be conducted by lecturers with expert knowledge and skills.

naginata, kyudo, traditional poetry, calligraphy, tea ceremony

(4) Class plan
1. Orientation and exchanging opinions on martial arts and traditional culture
2. Overview of martial arts
3. Jukendo practice
4. Overview of traditional Japanese culture
5. Naginata practice
6. Shorinji kempo practice
7. Kyudo practice
8. Nō and dance practice
9. Japanese traditional poetry practice
10. Calligraphy practice
11 & 12. Tea ceremony lecture and practice
13 & 14. Tour of sword-forging workshop
15. Summary of martial arts and traditional culture

☆ Reports will be assigned based on the practical experiences.

Syllabus (Japanese site only)