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‘Sacred’ kendo dojo tries to parry dismantling plans

"It's a pity. But it can't be helped because the dojo has become dilapidated. We'd like to retain its characteristics, such as the springs under the floor and the skylights, as far as possible."

Noma Dojo, an establishment famed for its kendo and revered by kendo lovers as a "holy place" is to be dismantled this autumn due to dilapidation. via Daily Yomiuri

Musashi’s Prescription for Victory

"You may be mislead by the many side tracks in all Ways. You may think you are observing a good Way but objectively it may not be the true Way."

Heroes and philosophies have been role models for people of all nations Miyamoto Musashi is renowned as one of Japan's most celebrated Sword Saints whose little book called 'A Book of Five Rings' is one of the ... via Chowk

Samurai swordmanship in the Lakes

"There are only four cuts but it takes years just to do the first one well. "Kendo requires perseverance, extreme dedication and great humility. Every year, in October, I get about 40 beginners, (almost 100 the year that "The Last Samurai"

A University of Cambridge martial arts group is to hold a summer training camp in the Lake District for the first time thanks to a National Lottery grant and sponsorship. via University of Cambridge News Stories

IFL Steroid Policy Posted By : MMAStation

Recently IFL commissioner announced they would enact a steroid policy.

Chuck Liddell vs Wanderlei Silva: What happens now? Posted By : Riley Kerestes

Summary of the Liddell vs Silva soap opera

A tale of two fighters: Huerta and Guida Posted By : MMAStation

Opinions on the careers of Roger Huerta and Clay Guida

New Naruto: Rise of the Ninja details and character art

The guys over at Ubisoft Montreal developing Naruto: Rise of the Ninja exclusively for the Xbox 360 would pass as good shinobis, being able to keep info on the game under wraps. via Xbox 360 News Coverage 24

The path of former Pide Fighters Posted By : Riley Kerestes

When Zuffa and the UFC bigwigs overthrew their main competitor and bought out the Pride FC, the debates began as to how it would affect the ever growing, ever changing sport of MMA.

Progress deals blow to Tokyo heritage

"This is costing a great deal of money, and it will not just be for Kodansha but open to other people who practise kendo. There is no change in Kodansha's love of kendo"

Shinzo Abe, Japan's prime minister, wants to build a "beautiful country" that celebrates and preserves its culture and history - ' but Tokyo is soon to lose one of its most cherished oases of tradition. via Financial Times