Japanese sport of fencing with bamboo swords. Derived from the fighting methods of the ancient samurai, it was introduced in the 18th century. Contestants wear traditional protective garments, and the sword (shinai) is held with both hands. Points are awarded for blows delivered to various parts of the upper body. The first combatant to score two points wins the match
A Japanese form of fencing using bamboo staves, with the contestants wearing head guards and protective garments
"The way of the sword " The modern art and sport of Japanese fencing The object of a kendo contest is to deliver scoring cuts to an opponent's predetermined target areas
"The way of the sword" The modern art and sport of Japanese fencing The object of a kendo contest is to deliver scoring cuts to an opponent's predetermined target areas