2019.5　KENDOJIDAI “I think any Kendoka should aim for unity of offense and defense” says Kanzaki Hiroshi, who focuses on his Kamae to put this into practice. By reflecting on your Kamae, you will be able to attain correct Kendo and it will last a lifetime. Kanzaki Sensei laid out the the importance of Kamae for us.  profile Kanzaki Hiroshi, Kyoshi 8th DanBorn in Miyazaki prefecture in 1960. Moved from Nobeoka High School to the University of Tsukuba and Tsukuba Graduate School, then went on to teach at Osaka University of Health and Sport Sciences. Participated in All-Japan Championships, won the National Teachers Team Championship, competed in the All Japan Prefectural Championship, took 3rd place at the All Japan 7th Dan Championship, competed in the All-Japan East-West Tournament and participated in All-Japan Invitational 8th dan Championship, etc. Currently a professor at Osaka University of Health and Sport Sciences and general director of the Kendo Club. Aim for unity of offense and defenseKamae is foundational  It is often said that Kamae is important in Kendo. But how many people can give a good answer when asked why Kamae is important? If you look at challenges that have become a hot topic these … Continue reading Unity of offense and defense, left and right: The key lies in Kamae