Only the coordination of these five elements ensures victory. Points can only be awarded if the attacks are executed correctly and in a controlled manner on the targeted target by synchronizing energy (ki), shinai (ken), body shift (tai), cry (kiai), And the opponent's mental control (zanshin). In competition, it is not enough to touch the opponent with the shinai. The guard (kamae) holds the two practitioners at a mutual attack distance and the fighters must open this guard (seme) or take advantage of the opportunity of an opponent's movement to attempt an attack. The strokes (tsuki) are only carried to the throat. Strikes are only permitted in three parts of the body: the top of the head (men), the two sides of the torso (dô) and the forearms (kote).

There are two types of attacks: strikes and strokes. It also includes a whole spiritual component and allows its practitioners to develop their strength of character and determination. This warrior art, developed by the Japanese samurai, is representative of several centuries of fighting with the saber (katana) and is not only a combat sport. The Way of the Sword Kendo is the modern evolution of kenjutsu.

The way of the sword