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Asia » Taiwan » Taipei » Wenshan October 8th 2012

Here is part 2 of the temple. I still have more plus the Confucian Ceremony Practice. I will edit the pictures and give a description later.... read more
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Asia » Taiwan » Taipei » Wenshan September 26th 2012

I LOVE KENDO!!!!! For those of you who don't know what Kendo is. It is the Japanese "Way of the Sword".....Literally. In Japanese "Ken" means sword and "Do" means way or path. It originated from Kenjutsu practiced by samurai in the Feudal Japan. It is considered a martial art and is very challenging mentally and physically. In a way it is like a religion but without a god or deity. It is a moral and physical practice. The concept is "Kendo is a way to discipline the human character through the application of the principles of the katana." And is purpose is: To mold the mind and body.To cultivate a vigorous spirit,And through correct and rigid training,To strive for improvement in the art of Kendo.To hold in esteem human courtesy and honor.To associate with others with ... read more




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