Martial arts are combat systems and physical and mental disciplines developed in Japan over several centuries. These have their roots in Japanese history and cultureand have been passed down from generation to generation, preserving their authenticity and tradition.
Currently, martial arts are quite popular in Peru and have gained followers over the years, generating numerous schools and dojos dedicated to teaching and promoting them in various cities.
Each martial art has a unique focus, whether it be close combat, self-defense, physical and mental development, or a combination of both. In addition to physical practice, martial arts also emphasize the importance of moral and ethical values, such as discipline, respect, humility, and self-improvement.
YOU CAN SEE:Martial arts: fans will be able to enjoy an unprecedented exhibition brought by the Japanese government
It is in this context that Japan House São Paulo and the Japanese Embassy with the support of the Japanese Peruvian Association present for the first time in Peru until August 6 at the Magic Circuit of the Waters of the Reserve Parkthe unprecedented exhibition “DŌ: On the way to virtue” that reveals the true spirit and philosophy of Japanese martial arts, through photographs, videos and vivid demonstrations of multiple disciplines.
In this regard, Claudio Kurita, institutional director of Japan House São Paulo, an initiative created by the Japanese government and which briefly reviews the main Japanese martial arts known in our country.
Aikido
It is a modern martial art that incorporates movements from traditional hand-to-hand fighting. This sport does not use strength or take advantage of your opponent’s weakness to achieve victory.
The goal is for the practitioner to absorb the opponent’s attack energy and rise above the banal violence. The basic movements include the irimi (entrance), where the defender faces the attacker by positioning himself next to him; the tenkan (spin), in which the defender makes a spinning move to redirect the energy of his attacker. Aikido is practiced in 130 countries, demonstrating the international motivation for teaching its peaceful practices.
Kendo
It is a martial art and sport that competitors wear protective armor, dispute points by hitting target parts of the opponent’s body with bamboo swords. The samurai practiced predetermined technical sequences (kata), but the advent of this equipment allowed direct contact training and sports competitions.
In the world, the number of Kendo practitioners is constantly growing and currently the International Kendo Federation has 57 affiliated countries and regions.
Karatedō
It is a Japanese martial art that uses no weapons and is very popular all over the world. The objective of the training is to build character, increase confidence and foster the perception of harmony in the practitioner.
Most of the training involves kata, individual practice of rehearsed patterns, and kumite, drills or wrestling with a partner. Currently, 187 countries and regions are affiliated with the World Karate Federation.
Judo
It is a martial art that is practiced throughout the world by men and women of all ages, it was created from various styles of traditional
Jujutsu
He incorporated the main techniques of each style and, from that, he developed a new martial art, which had its own curriculum, educational theory and techniques appropriate for modern times.
The art was originally called Nihon-den Kōdō Judō, but today it is known simply as Judō. Its main objective is to maximize the power of the body and mind so that it can contribute to social well-being. Techniques include grappling and attacking the opponent.
Kyudo
It is the Japanese martial art of bow and arrow, where practitioners shoot at a small fixed target. The use of the bow and arrow dates back to primitive times when men hunted animals for survival, however the unique shape of the Japanese bow has great aesthetic appeal.
The objective is for the archer to control his own ego, he must accept both hits and misses and each shot is considered a measure of the archer’s physical level and mental integration.
To practice this martial art, there are several requirements such as: straight posture, open the arms to shoulder height, expand the chest and channel all the energy in the lower part of the abdomen, thus unifying the spirit with the bow and the objective.
Sumo
It is a Japanese wrestling that has a history and tradition that today has become a modern, fast and energetic sport, practiced in many countries. This discipline consists of the fact that the first wrestler steps outside the area or the one who touches the floor with any part of the body other than his feet loses the match.
The physical and mental training of this sport is particularly rigorous, since victory or defeat can be decided in a powerful instant, when the body, the technique and the spirit of the fighter must act simultaneously.
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