Iaido facts for kids

Iaido (居合道) is a Japanese martial art that focuses on drawing a sword (typically a katana). It is about being aware and being capable of quickly drawing the sword and responding to a sudden attack.

Iaido movements are elegant movements. New learners often start using a wooden sword and then move on to an iaitō (A metal but fairly blunt sword). People that do Iaido may be called iaidoka.

Images for kids

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  Haruna Matsuo sensei (1925–2002) demonstrating Muso Jikiden Eishin Ryu kata Ukenagashi

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  Japanese girl practicing iaido with a custom-made student's katana or iaitō. In modern Japan, iaido is seen as one of the traditional martial arts and it can be practiced by all genders.

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  Iaido in the Czech Republic as demonstrated by Victor Cook Sensei

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  US dojo emblem

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  Medals and cups are a part of iaido in connection with sport games.

See also

In Spanish: Iaidō para niños