Thank you very much for inviting me to this discussion.

Since I was the one to create Shinkendo and the Aikibujutsu Tanren Kenkyukai, I was comfortable answering your questions regarding these styles.

I also saw no problem answering all your questions about Japan's history, swords, battles, etc.

But regarding other questions about other martial arts and teachers, there were some I decided not to answer or continue discussing since I don't want to begin an unnecessary war with these martial artists.

I think I was able to answer most of these questions to the satisfaction of those that asked; but please read my next book regarding Tameshigiri when it is released, as I think many of the answers to the questions asked here will be explained in more detail in this book.

I wish all who learn swordsmanship will practice hard, train carefully and avoid dangerous injuries with the sword.

I hope that you were able to understand a little of Jinsei Shinkendo through this discussion.


International Shinkendo Federation,


[Edited by Obata T on 08-29-2000 at 01:33 PM]