Hikitsuke (the Quick Follow-up of the Rear Foot) in Fumikomi – Some Pointers and Videos

This article highlights some pointers and videos on a fundamental component of fumikomi known as hikitsuke (引付) – courtesy of a number of sensei’s.   An experimental

Compilation of Shinsa Videos Identifying Those Who Passed

Here’s a compilation of shinsa videos for 1st to 8th dan testing – with comments identifying which candidates passed. 

A Study of Hikidasu 引き出す- Drawing out the Opponent

Hiding out on a bridge in Uljin, S. Korea after the 2018 World Kendo Championships.

This article describes a more advanced technique referred to as hikidasu (or hikidashi 引き出し) to create an opportunity to strike an opponent (utsukikai 打つ機会 or datotsukikai

External – Videos

Here’s a compilation of videos and sites on: