The traditional Japanese martial art of kendo is steeped in tradition and has a strong and growing following in Australia. Kendo, known as 'the way of the sword', was developed in the 1600s as a ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Life!) - Kendo may not appear to be the most likely fitness regimen but the modern martial art based on ancient Japanese swordplay gives the entire body a workout, even the vocal ...

There is no trash-talking in kendo. But there is intimidation — even through the metal grille of the helmet, called a men. The opponent can see the eyes, very well. And body posture establishes a ...

It must be hard to keep your composure when a bamboo sword comes crashing down on your head. Kendo fighters score points for striking an opponent's head, wrists or torso Competitors say it gives them ...

Fourteen years ago, while walking with a friend, a piercing yell echoed suddenly down the hall of my university. As we followed the sound, eyebrows raised, a different sense began to take over. The ...

KARACHI: There once was a time when Samurais, famous for their sword fighting, were the protectors of the Japanese empire. However, with the advancement of technology and subsequent invention of guns, ...

SEATTLE – There is no trash-talking in kendo. But there is intimidation – even through the metal grille of the helmet, called a men. The opponent can see the eyes, very well. And body posture ...

Introduced in Vietnam more than 10 years ago, the Japanese martial art, Kendo (way of sword), is increasingly attracting young people to practice it. Introduced in Vietnam more than 10 years ago, the ...