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Dec 15, 2010
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by: Dave Wood

Thanks for the clarification. I'm more of a spectator of Kendo than anything, although I would like to pick it up "someday".

Anyway, I was just curious about this technical aspect.


Dave Wood


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Oct 19, 2010
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by: Manuel Mota

Exactly how Imfuji Sensei said. It's more natural for most players because they already are used to focus on the left hand. And of course it's easier to hit kote.

I use Sei nito, because my left elbow is injured and it's easier for me to use the daito in my right hand. I also practice gyaku nito sometimes, because you get a better feeling for your strikes if you try both.

A nice part of nito ryu is, you can choose which hand you use for the daito & shoto and also which foot position you want to use.

greetings,
Manu

Kendo-Guide.Com: Thank you for your comment and sharing your experience!

Switching feet is also pretty attracting. I forgot to mention it. Thank you!

Many think that in kendo we cannot switch feet in chudan but we do all kinds of things when we become advanced.

We just do not teach beginners those because without the basics beginners will soon hit a huge wall and never be able to climb it up and go to the next level.

Once we learn the basics thoroughly we will be able to use our body at will. This is the time when kendo gets really interesting!

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