Preparation for practice

Dressing

This is the proper way to wear the keikogi 稽古着 (practice uniform). Correct dressing forms the foundation of proper technique. Be aware that every time you change before practice, you are actually building the foundation of your technique. Always aim for the most correct attire, and consider the act of changing clothes itself as part of your practice.

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Wearing swords

This is the method of Taitô 帯刀 (wearing swords). Just like with dressing, the correct Taitô method forms the foundation of proper technique. If a samurai does not carry himself with grace and dignity, he will not be able to maintain his position as a ruler, responsible for governing. Every time you taitô or Dattô 脱刀 (Remove the sword from the belt), you must consciously treat it as a practice; otherwise, even after years of training, your movements will be unsteady and lacking in essence, reduced to mere appearance without true substance.

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