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Katori Shintō-ryū in Hong Kong

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A multilingual guide to the Hong Kong branch of a traditional Japanese martial art, its practice areas, history, and entry information.

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For: People in Hong Kong exploring classical Japanese martial arts
Worth noticing: It lists 25 forms across kenjutsu, iaijutsu/battojutsu, bojutsu, and naginata, with Japanese names alongside Chinese descriptions.

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Visitors can explore five practice areas, from foundations to kenjutsu, iaijutsu/battojutsu, bojutsu, and naginata, with expandable lists of exercises and forms. The history section traces the school’s lineage through Shimbukan and recounts a founding legend tied to Katori Shrine. The branch section names instructor Ishijima Ryouichi and links readers to Shimbukan’s official branch directory for further details.

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