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    Is 11 too young to pursue kenjutsu?
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    No, you are never too young to follow your dreams! But be careful that you don't tear or hurt your muscles when practicing.
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    What are the three types of sword movements?
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    Thrusting, slashing and parrying are the three types of sword movements.
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    Should the left arm be used more than my right, even if I'm right-handed?
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    It depends on how you feel more comfortable. Often a right-handed user will put their right hand on the handle and their left hand under it. It wouldn't hurt to work on becoming ambidextrous.
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    Is 60 too old practice Japanese sword fighting?
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    No, you're never too old!
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    What is a good power to give a samurai sword?
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    The power comes from speed and your wrists. Don't try to swing it like a baseball bat. Left arm should be 70 percent, and the right arm should be at 30 percent when cutting.
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    Can I safely cut bamboo with a bokku for practice?
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    Yes, but it will not help prepare you for a fight because the bamboo produces little to no resistance.
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    How do I find a swordsmanship school?
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    You can do an online search for swordsmanship schools in your area. That should give you any relevant information.
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    How long should I train with a bokken?
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    I would say at least a year.
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    How do I keep my focus and ignore other things when studying the blade?
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    Try to stay away from distractions. Before you start to practice, sit down and meditate for 5 minutes. Imagine your thoughts as a stream and streamline them. Think of the blade and only the blade. Meditation and focus are key.
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    Which book is the most informative?
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    No book, scroll or artifact is as valuable as a teacher. One of the best books is, "Japanese Sword Fighting: Secrets of the Samurai," by Masaaki Hatsumi. It is a great book and has many useful tips. It will not replace a teacher, but it will support your skills greatly.
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    Can I learn the Japanese art of the sword from online DVD tutorials?
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    It can supplement your learning, but could never truly replace a qualified teacher. A video is not interactive, and cannot do anything other than show you the correct thing. It cannot not tell you what you're doing wrong.
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    Is mastering the Japanese art of the sword a weeb thing?
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    No, if you're serious about mastering the art. It's only as weeb as you make it out to be. For instance, don't put anime stickers on your sword, as that would be weeaboo. Have some respect for the art and you'll be a student, not a weeaboo.
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