Category Archives for Martial Art
Toh-shiya (Archery Contest)
Toh-shiya is an archery contest that is held at the Sanjusangendo Temple in Kyoto and dates back to the 12th century. This traditional ceremony is scheduled to the closest Sunday to January 15th. The event marks the first shooting of … Continue reading
Japanese Traditional Archery (弓道, Kyudo)
Kyudo is Japanese traditional archery that uses a simple long bow. Kyudo is meant to be a type of zen meditation with strict forms. It is said that if you master the forms then you will hit your desired target. … Continue reading