It was decided in the last couple of days that I would take part in a Kendo kata demonstration coming this October, in front of an international audience, some are to be Japanese kendoka.
The catch was, me and TTKuma may have to do the kata demonstration using katana instead of our usual wooden swords.
That's what scares me...
I immediately scrambled trying to borrow a katana for me to practice on just in case we are going to do it with live blades. Finally Mr. W promised that he will lend me one this coming weekend.
You see, I've never actually extensively handled a live blade before, especially not whilst practicing with a partner. One mishap from me, and it'll be TTKuma's head...
The balance of a blade is much different than the one of a shinai or bokken, even though it only weights around 5 lbs, it is most difficult to handle a live blade due to its weight and balance.
I need start training... whatever sword we are going to use... so I'll be ready when the time comes.
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