Train In Japan - Foundation Koryu 4 week

Service Description

Asayama Ichiden-ryū (浅山一伝流) is a traditional Japanese martial art, known as a koryū (ancient school), meaning it originated before the Meiji Restoration in 1868. It was founded in the late Muromachi period by Asayama Ichidensai Shigetatsu, though specific historical details and lineage can sometimes vary between its numerous branches. It is a comprehensive martial art that historically encompasses both armed and unarmed techniques, developed with an emphasis on battlefield applications, often assuming the practitioner wore armor. Key characteristics and components often found in Asayama Ichiden-ryū include: Taijutsu/Jujutsu: Empty-hand defense techniques, including striking (atemi) and joint locks/reversals (gyakute-jutsu). Some branches specifically mention the use of a short wooden pole (tanbō) for reversal techniques. Kenjutsu: Swordsmanship, focusing on various sword techniques. Iaijutsu: The art of drawing the sword. Bōjutsu/Jōjutsu: Staff and short stick fighting. Kama-jutsu: Techniques utilizing a sickle. Other Weapons: Some branches may also include disciplines like tamagusari (ball chain). The art is highly codified, with many kata (forms) to be studied, and traditionally organized into scrolls or levels such as Ten no Maki (Heaven Scroll - focusing on sword), Jin no Maki (Man Scroll - focusing on staff), and Chi no Maki (Earth Scroll - focusing on empty hand). Today, Asayama Ichiden-ryū continues to be practiced in various branches both within Japan and internationally, with practitioners preserving its rich history and practical techniques This is a foundational course and membership to the Kowakan dojo, full time training of 4 weeks. includes uniform if required.