KENDOJIDAI 2026.1
Photography: Nishiguchi Kunihiko
Interview: Yoshinari Seidai
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Miyazaki Masahiro, Hanshi 8th Dan (Honorary Chief Instructor of Kendo, Kanagawa Prefectural Police), has achieved an unparalleled record, including six titles at the All Japan Kendo Championship, six victories at the National Police Kendo Championship, and four team championships at the World Kendo Championships, as well as an individual world title.
Drawing on more than fifty years of experience in Kendo, he presents in full the methods, innovations, practical approaches, and thought processes he has cultivated throughout his career.
Miyazaki Masahiro
Why Has Kendo Continued to Uphold the Principle “Begin with Rei, End with Rei”?
— To begin, many Kendo practitioners struggle with a fundamental question: how should we truly understand and approach Keiko? After joining the Kanagawa Prefectural Police, you achieved outstanding results in numerous competitions. With what mindset have you engaged in Keiko throughout your career?
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