During this training on mastering the Samurai sword, we’ll be outlining the 9 areas of training within the 3 levels of skill proficiency leading to mastering the Japanese katana.
The katana is probably the most recognizable symbol to Westerners of the Samurai and Ninja of ancient Japan. Unfortunately, like most things in the martial arts world of the 21st century, it is also one of the most misunderstood, and bastardized weapons when it comes to everything from how to hold it, to developing mastery with this powerful weapon and symbol of Warriorship!