3 IAIDO Kata Demonstrations and What Each Movement Means | Introductory Katana Training for Starters

[@LetsaskShogo]

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[@erichusayn]

As an American katana enthusiast who has no formal training whatsoever, I really enjoy these kind of videos. Really crisp form and the loud tachikaze attests to your correct edge alignment.

[@andres24x]

In my case Ghost of Tsushima brought me here, and thakn to Shogo i can learn a little bit more of this ancient culture, every day.

[@Zato-CUBxCommander]

I loved this comment. I don't even know what the hell a tachikaze is and I been doing martial arts almost 20 years.. I'm so ashamed lol.

[@erichusayn]

@@Zato-CUBxCommander lol. Sword wind. The audible feedback you hear when you swing the blade through the air. If your edge alignment is on point (like Shogos) you hear it very loudly.

[@TheEzio1991]

@@erichusayn that is only if there is a bohi, if you use a blade with no bohi the sound is heavily reduced.

[@erichusayn]

@@TheEzio1991 oh yeah. Can still hear it though if tour edge alignment is on point. Have quite a few with no bohi that produce a loud tachikaze.

[@Mallaien]

A lot of this reminds me of Wild West, cowboy fast draw duels. Even the cowboys had their techniques. Proper position of the Gun on your waist, and different ways to draw your weapon at the ready.

[@CorporaMedicina]

there were no fast draw duels in the Wild West..lol...too much movies eh ..Why would you give your opponent a chance to kill you..that's just stupid.

[@KaptainCanuck]

@@CorporaMedicina , yup. Gunfighters never confronted each other. To quote: "You too much tv!"

[@monkeymilk8060]

@@CorporaMedicina wyatt earp was famous for his slow and controlled shooting in firefights. Wonder where the "fast draw" myth came from.

[@CorporaMedicina]

@@monkeymilk8060"where the "fast draw" myth came from" - from Hollywood...lol..read history and do not invent history.

[@TheEzio1991]

That's more of a movie thing. And probably the reason it reminds you of that is because many cowboy western movies were heavily influenced by old samurai films

[@stevenedmund5680]

The second kata sword hand change and level held was very impressive.

[@Ethanol_]

The eye movement in the demonstrations make it so much easier to understand the situation that you’re trying to explain. Very well done Shogo

[@anime-mun]

This brings back when I managed to learn a little bit of Iaido from a marine who was stationed in Japan during the post World War II reconstruction of Japan where he had managed to learn it himself from a master while he was stationed there. Stating how one of his biggest regrets was helping in the destruction of thousands of ancient blades to fulfill demands from the American side of the leadership. Though he claimed a fair few managed to smuggle away some of the swords to the west. I don't know what happened to the man who taught me the basics back then or if he is even alive but I'll always appreciate him showing me those basics. I might be a little old to begin again myself however I hope my son takes up an interest and that some day he can learn.

[@bryanlunt7579]

What was his name and where was he stationed?

[@anime-mun]

@@bryanlunt7579 He was stationed in Yokohama and I did manage to get a hold of him the other day to see how he was doing. Mentioning this thread. He then requested I not give his name or rank. Wanting to spend his final days in peace as he is fading fast. Not surprising what with him being in his late 90s and all. Think what you will but I'm not going to deny a dying man his wishes.

[@bryanlunt7579]

@@anime-mun Well, yeah, privacy is important. I miiight know the dojo that he went to.

[@bryanlunt7579]

@@anime-mun I mean, everyone is stationed in Yokohama. His initials are JC?

[@anime-mun]

@@bryanlunt7579 Actually no. They aren't and like I said. He asked me to keep his name out of things so I'm not gonna give his actual initials.

[@LaBodegaDelHuanaco]

Im learning Iaido and today is my second lesson,i love japanese martial arts,thank you for the info,good job!⛩🥋

[@kodibirchwood7188]

Are you still going at it?

[@PaleHorseShabuShabu]

Wonderful video. Thanks for the explanations of your kata. I've witnessed a few iaido demonstrations but never had the level of understanding that this video imparts. I practiced aikido for years. On every step of my journey, my sensei and everyone who was more advanced than me reinforced that it was for self-defense only, that a teenager like me wasn't supposed to provoke someone into attacking. I learned how to deescalate situations and worked on becoming easier to get along with rather than continue to be the angry kid that I was. Those lessons helped shape me into the man I've become and help instill the discipline I'd need to get through ten grueling years of college.

[@idealusernames]

I’ve learned these forms as I am taking Iaido classes!

[@creightonfreeman8059]

As someone who learned a bit of Japanese sword from an American martial arts curriculum, I appreciate this kind of video that goes into the historical background and the traditional technique that sometimes has been lost from the training here.

[@boknoy009]

Thank you for this video. I love japanese swordsmanship. But i don't have access to a real school. So just watching videos like yours gives me information. But still I want to have a proper training. Im just training carefully on my japanese inspired sword.

[@BudgetGainsByJJ]

I used to do this at a local club, it suprisingly gave me peace internally, truly one of the most unique system I have ever done. I disliked kendo, too much noise!

[@PhantomFrostRaven]

You are truly a wonderful person and I find myself meeting your bow with my own even though we aren't near each other. I myself appreciate all your teaching content. Especially given I am a novice in learning the language and culture. しょごさん、ありがとうございます

[@LazurayMusic]

Tenshinryu Hyouho is my chosen path of Katana technique. From what Ive observed so far; it combines the meditative aspects of Iaido sword drawing...with the practical implications of Kendo, but instead of the usual point system style of attacks, it employs specific attacks that disable your opponent from advancing any further without necessarily dealing a lethal blow. Love your channel Shogo!

[@TTMS-Khaz-kun]

Ooh, that definitely sounds interesting. Though I'm not able to begin iaido or any katana styles/techniques ( let alone whether there would be a proper dojo nearby to begin with ) just yet, but I have heard of there being numerous different styles and this one sounds like a potential choice.

[@szentineltorony4745]

As a koryu trainee, I just started to learn the battojutsu part of my school. It's very similiar to your wazas, and the sitting positions can be painful. =)

[@user-fc6cm9lz5d]

Mobility in your knees and ankles is vital to reduce the pain. Work on some stretches in your free time and it should help out.

[@szentineltorony4745]

@@user-fc6cm9lz5d I'm practicing the wazas every single day, and I'm stretching after. :) Still, it won't be too comfortable, so I have to get used to it.

[@FFXI_Addict]

Keep sitting that way. You'll get strong muscles that connect to the tendons. I remember when I could barely stand it for 20 minutes. Seems like so long ago now. Discipline every part of your body.

[@juliancain6128]

Showing the sitting position and footwork was awesome! Thank you Shogo!

[@ajshiro3957]

Being a martial arts practitioner myself, I really enjoy learning about different schools and styles. How long have you trained Iaido Shogo?

[@lorenzoserrano]

he's trained for 6 years i believe

[@Aranethify]

I started training a couple of months ago,and it has been a great experience. I recomend it to everyone.

[@SuperChambala]

Me too!

[@argonwheatbelly637]

You focus during kata is admirable. Excellent video. Informative and delightful.

[@ronin667]

I recently started practicing Iaidō but it's hard to find experienced sensei where I live (rural Southern Germany), so your instructional videos are greatly appreciated!

[@zisisgkitsis6414]

Such an informative video. Really educative!! Well done

[@kevdenney671]

I am British and just starting Iaido. Thank you for a clear and very excellent explanation of the evolution of Iaido through history and why Iaido was created.

[@Markbell73]

I am really enjoying your videos. The history. The presentation. The format. The music. You already have student's waiting to learn with each new video. Thank you!

[@BLACKBELTSIMON]

Very informative. Thank you. Look forward for more Iaijutsu videos.

[@shasoulmac7251]

You're a very good educator, I appreciate you're content very much!

[@SynthAddict]

nice work, I always liked katana swordsmanship in reality and in movies I've been to Japan twice in about 30 years, I was in Kyoto back in 1987 for a youth exchange - fascinating culture 🙂

[@thomasturner4253]

Thanks for giving us insight into Japanese history and martial arts

[@gamingpolska8840]

I started training kendo, jodo and iaido today because I believe that from each discipline you can get something unique that can be useful in training, tournaments and perhaps in everyday life. Greetings from Poland

[@ladyscarfaceangel4616]

I'm starting iaido classes in 3 weeks. I'm super excited to try something new! Since I live in America it was difficult even finding a decent class near me. I have to drive an hour for it but it's worth it to me. It's a husband & wife duo instructing the class. The husband trained in Japan. That's all I currently know about them. I'm just happy I found something reachable in my area. It's definitely not easy finding these places in America. Especially in small towns. I had 3 choices & 2 of them are a 3 hour commute. Thank you for making these videos. It helps me mentally prepare a little.

[@thoughts1893]

Please teach us more about IAIDO basics, I'm very into this !

[@randallpetroelje3913]

A beautiful teaching. Thanks. I can see a lot of the classical koryu in it.

[@jeadevoe209]

I watch many of your videos over and over and always learn something new thank you for posting Shogo

[@arthurcab]

Excellent video as always!

[@BaronVonHardcharger]

Very informative, thank you!!!

[@joywest1078]

I like practicing Katas it definitely trains mind and body! Thanks

[@Tanno_Buchino]

So to sum it up, it's image training with various situations involved. Very interesting video explaining them.

[@Veronica_Boer]

I’ve always been fascinated with Japanese martial arts (I’m a humble Shotokan Karate brown belt), especially those utilizing a sword. Thanks for your clear teaching on these fascinating, eternal arts.

[@MrDee001]

I have no idea why I started watching these videos... but they are freaking awesome. I'm now subscribed!

[@beardythedwarfsurvivalist5559]

Thank you for sharing ! Love it

[@ClassofEighty2]

Huge thanks for your breakdown and history of Iaido/Iaijutsu this is the best i've seen. I had never made the connection and understood the differences from Kenjutsu.

[@cameronoyola6793]

I appreciate your longer videos, thank you sensei. P.S. make sure you practice your Katas not only slow and precise, but also wild and fast. So that you can precise, whether FAST or SLOW.

[@joeyzig]

I'm sure that is much, much harder than it looks. Thank you for sharing something personal like that with us.

[@karambit821]

It is

[@-jack-6801]

As a martial arts practitioner (I don’t call myself a martial artist as I have not fully mastered the mental part) I really appreciate the culture and the martial arts of Japan

[@Rattle301982]

Thanks for the video sir, Shogo itoko! Enjoy your week!

[@JayJayJay83]

Thank you! Your videos compliment my training so much! :D

[@Slowclikr]

As a trainee of iado I love watching more advanced learners do the katas

[@Zato-CUBxCommander]

"My skills are underdeveloped." I bet you're a God and you're just being humble lol.

[@hawkssight3086]

Thank You for sharing . There are no Iaido training schools in or near where I live . This video gives me something to strive for . Thanks again.

[@Keithphotorama]

Beautiful! Excellent presentation and thank you.

[@atrayeeghoshal]

Am from Kolkata India,recently am watching a lot of Iado and Katana swords is so energitic, I really want to learn this Kendo Katana sword martial arts. Am hooked in this.🤺

[@anas-432]

Of all the sword martial arts in the world drawing and sheathing the sword in iaijustu is very beautiful to see.

[@ValravnsArchive]

I've always wanted to learn Iaido but so far haven't found a school. Videos like are always nice to see and I always enjoy in depth explanations

[@topazududua5011]

I love your channel. I am fascinated by, and respect Japanese culture by far. And I’m further educated and enlightened with each content you put out 🙏🏾

[@1h1oh34]

Enjoyed this...haven’t thought of much of this in decades... my katas are a combination of quick drawing & combat... nice production...

[@TitansQuarterback16]

I started training iaido because of your videos on them. Keep the martial arts videos coming 🥷🏾

[@raptorlewis273]

As a martial arts enthusiast, I love learning about other martial arts outside of the Kung Fu school I grew up in and around. I'm extremely familiar with kata (they're in Chinese martial arts too for those who don't know) and they're awesome to learn! Also, I love your vids and Rurouni Kenshin so thanks for sharing these, Shogosan!

[@emperorfaiz]

Looks fierce and graceful. Good job there, Shogo-san.

[@Nurelius]

Love that picture of Haruna Sensei :-) a couple of comments about terminology: 1) I would translate the 部 in 全日本剣道連盟居合道部 as "section" rather than "club" so "All Japan Kendō Federation Iaidō Section". "Club" makes it sound more like a high school club or small local club. 2) Speaking as a former European iai practitioner (I now practice in Japan), we generally refer to "師匠" in English as "teachers" or "instructors" rather than "masters", and to "弟子" as "students" as these terms more accurately reflect the nature of the relationship between the two. I understand it's the same in the US and Canada. We are all students :-D 3) The technical term for "鞘" is "scabbard". Sorry to be pedantic but I am a professional translator/proofreader. Hope this helps. Keep up the good work and good luck in your training!

[@cloakersmoker]

I'm super excited to attend my first Iaido lesson tomorrow (22/01/23, or 1/22/23) and may even be taught by a 7th Dan sensei himself! May even be taught some Kendo as well! Super excited about taking my first martial art class ever!

[@walterfusefitzroy9708]

Your channel is growing so quickly and im glad i can be a part of it!!

[@clintonwoosley3094]

Great video. Appreciated how you brought up the differences between Iado and kendo., And how they complement each other. Nicely done.

[@lorenzotubelli8865]

This is a very good video. I'm a newbie iaido trainee and I really like to watch your videos about Iaido and other martial arts. I just want to ask you something: in the opening video, there's a scene where you perform "tameshigiri". Have you even studied "battodo"?

[@TheRealViking]

The privacy of practice is immensely important to me. Practice together via remote methodology is fantastically convenient... and enables privacy. Let's do it!

[@explorermike19]

Good explanation and good demonstration.

[@netopinheiro4712]

The US, as always, trying to be the king of the world. I'm happy you, awesome folk, got to keep this part of your culture alive.

[@KevinVillageStone]

Arigatou Gozaimashita Sensei :) (from California)

[@addictedtoblades2]

Very nice brother love your channel ❤️

[@Thawra-Umma]

Merci pour cette vidéo. Belle chaîne La culture japonaise 🇯🇵 est la plus belle et raffinée culture du monde 🇩🇿

[@BLenz-114]

Sensei, a question regarding the display of Japanese swords . . . . I have heard that when displaying Japanese swords, they should be on the rack with the handle to the left if they are just for display (since this better shows the ornate fittings), but a person practicing sword arts would display with the handle to the right so the sword could be grabbed and put into use quickly if needed. So I am surprised to see your blades displayed handle left behind you. Clearly there is something about this I am not understanding. An explanation of this would be appreciated. Thanks.

[@catdaddy8603]

I'm sure Shogo could better answer this question, but in our Ryuha, Eishin-Ryu, we display the tsuka to the left because it demonstrates a peaceful household where the weapon is more difficult to draw. Even into the dojo or home we carry the weapon in the right hand, cutting edge down, tsuka to the rear so it cannot be drawn easily and shows your peaceful intent.

[@LetsaskShogo]

@J T You have answered the question perfectly, thank you! There are hardly any occasions where you put the Tsuka handle on the right side in Japan today!

[@BLenz-114]

@@LetsaskShogo Very interesting. Thank you!

[@KaptainCanuck]

Swords in Japan are always put in racks, also on the ground with cutting edge facing yourself, with the handle to the left. This is similar to the reasons for shaking hands with the right hand and driving cars on the left side as in the UK. It is night impossible for Samurai to draw a sword with the handle facing the left and cutting edge facing you. Also, I recall, the handle would face away toward a door and not away from it.

[@JeffReeves]

@@LetsaskShogo I imagine walking into someone's house with a sword displayed that way feels a lot like being in the US and seeing someone with a gun mounted on the wall lol

[@rypli8309]

As adept learning bujutsu I started practicing kata myself but I still do a lot of sparring with bokkens especially with more expirienced opponent

[@srajanverma9064]

4th comment on this comment!! Love your channel! It is really giving a lot of knowledge I was longing for!

[@ike212111]

Wow, impressive nukitsuke, Shogo san!

[@mpdealmeida]

I really liked how you performed chiburi on ippon me mae. You also have an excellent jo ha kyu!!

[@LunaticReason]

I will be taking my first Iado classes around fall its something I have been wanting to do for a long time but classes always ended up being full. I got to be extra as a Samurai in the show Shogun but didnt get any sword scenes I am hoping with some training I will get to do so next season if they hire me again.

[@wade_west]

I wanna practice this marital art actually I like the meaning and history behind it thanks for sharing🙌💯

[@skyfallunoPretzel]

Can you make a video about what the Samurai and the onna bugeisha wore

[@Azrael600rr]

The music just makes you look more badass

[@dibyendumukherjee1415]

Dear Master sogo , having a request to explain the various types of katana sword used in ancient times of Japan. With regards. Thanks.

[@namazuryusshugyo5214]

Nice Shogo! Your explanation is always educational! Let's grow togather as fellow iaidokas 🙇😁

[@briansworld7153]

This is what I was looking for! I always learn from your videos! Thank you very much Sensei! Blessings!

[@blakmajk3512]

Thank you, Sensei!

[@J_young_824]

I hope when i go back to japan i could experience japanese martial arts culture. 🤺🗡

[@ojrmk1]

Ukenagashi was the kata that, seeing it performed, made me want to try Iaido. I took some lessons under Faye Goodman-sensei back in the UK, and really wish I'd kept it up. Perhaps some day I'll get back to it.

[@Charlie-vh9xr]

Can you do I video with all 12 standard katas? You’re awesome brother!

[@srajanverma9064]

I am really bad at all physical tasks but I remember Trying to do "Kata in karate ! Is it the same thing?

[@catdaddy8603]

I took karate as a kid and I believe it is the same. It's a scripted set of moves and techniques that that simulate a fight and facilitate the learning of the art.

[@pauly51]

@6:41 very smooth, perfect form

[@avirozenberg7612]

very nice, I as a iaido student myself I think that in the third kata you moved back too early, but you do have good form nonetheless 👍👍

[@blairhaffly1777]

My old WWll veteran sword master brought his family weapons to the US rather than give them up. I was privileged to train with those beautiful swords until I bought my own katana. It's a different mood to train on razor sharp weapons as opposed to aluminum practice swords.

[@edwigepoursg8700]

Hi! Thanks you very much for your videos, it may be such a work to share your knowledge, with this quality level and involvement. This is SO interesting and well crafted! I'm a trainee (I begin) in aikibudo, katori and iaido, and your video are so clear! Thanks for this sharing gift from you, your family and friends. Thanks for your time ,-)

[@Akira-jd2zr]

Your form is excellent, Shogo.

[@jermasus]

I love how all these start from a seiza position, so some edo period samurai developed these techniques because he doesn’t trust his homies sitting near him

[@rmcswords]

Very well explained, thank you for this

[@jeffreybrocato4665]

kata Can be used in combat. you Can do a kata on someone, but in practise if you dont want to hurt your friends. we protect out peers. so we have kata for personal practice and ingraining our RAS-The reticular activating system (RAS) is a network of neurons in the brain stem that regulates wakefulness and sleep-wake transitions. The RAS acts as a gatekeeper of information between sensory systems and the conscious mind. It filters out unnecessary noise that can interfere with the processing of messages or slow the processing of messages during sleep. The RAS is also responsible for regulating behavioral arousal, consciousness, and motivation. a mental state of total focus in the present moment. We call this being “immersed” as it indicates you don't worry about outcomes or are not distracted when you perform. Mu-Shin. but what do i know.

[@danicoversongs]

The last part is a beautiful sword philosophy.

[@lyrad24]

Do you practice shouting in Iaido? I forgot the term but I tried out for Kendo and I am not used to shouting every swing and strained my throat. I also got a chance to oberve Kenjutsu and they only have selected shouts on some Katas.

[@irishnonsensegaming]

I think the term for the shout is a Kiai.

[@FFXI_Addict]

My personal experience shows various beliefs regarding this practice. On the practical end, it's the best way to train proper breathing. On another end, some say it assists in utilizing the body's chi/ki at the desired point of contact. In my actual application outside of swordsmanship, there are a few prune trees that I had sawed through sufficiently enough to just rip them in half with a rope the rest of the way. Beetles were ruining boughs half way up. No matter how much I tried to tear them down, they never would give way. I tried "doing chi shouts" even though I looked and sounded ridiculous in the process. But every time I would, the boughs snapped in half like toothpicks. Believe what vibes with your frequency.

[@catdaddy8603]

I practice Eishin-Ryu and we have a set of five waza that were created by various ryuha. It's called Zen Iren Tohoh and each waza has kiai. Also, we have a set called Tachiuchi no Kurai which has kiai. It's a paired set similar to Nihon Kendo Kata where you have a partner and use bokken or steel iaito. I was always told to shout from the hara or the area around your stomach and that helps save your throat.

[@projectmustardseed857]

Thank you I really like your teaching style. Tell them what your going to tell them, tell them , tell the. What you told them...👍🥋

[@asobininryochan]

I would like to see more of you performing Seitei Gata from Tachi-waza (like Shiho-giri). I found it interesting that you don't practice bunkai with shinai or bokuto.

[@zjungle]

I have recently started to leran iadio of Tenshin Ryu style having mostly kendo background

[@pixelmushroom]

"The ultimate goal of iado is peace" My sensei for mma use to say "the ultimate aim of martial arts is not having to use them"

[@TheRealViking]

This is, as always with your precise instruction, invaluable. I notice that you are extremely detailed in this and other videos, regarding the precise points to attend to when grasping the Tsuka, thumb position on the Tsuba, during the drawing of the Katana.. including how to withdraw the Saya backwards and away from the Katana... keeping the actual Koiguchi radial position hidden from the opponent, prior to the actual strike. Once the strike is completed, I wonder if I am missing this in your instruction, the only position element appears to be that the Kissaki tip is slightly lower than the body of the Katana? When practicing punches and kicks, for example, I have found that concentrating on my fist and knuckle position at the point of impact, by pausing... holding... and feeling that posture, has given me an advantage in real life situations. (I was a police officer a few decades ago). Even when practicing Judo techniques, the follow-through position was something I meticulously concentrated on. So... my question is: What is the actual end point list of things to concentrate on immediately at the point of strike (right before moving the Kissaki back to the next position)? If there is a list; what exercises would be useful to improve on those items? As usual... thank you so much for your hard work with these videos. They are immensely valuable in a desert of instructors where I live.

[@jakefrozt5]

Starting my iaido course today