Yabusame - Horseback Archery

Modern archery evolved from traditional forms like yabusame, systematized in the Meiji period. It integrates spiritual cultivation and physical discipline, emphasizing harmony of truth, goodness, and beauty. Practiced in dojos nationwide, it represents a complete martial philosophy. Olympic inclusion is under consideration.

A martial art systematized from traditional Japanese archery. Using a Japanese longbow approximately two meters in length, it combines shooting technique with spiritual discipline. Under the principle of 'seisha hicchu' (correct shooting always hits the target), emphasis is placed on the beauty of the eight stages of shooting form and the unity of mind.

Japanese archery and martial discipline. While using bow and arrows, it emphasizes spiritual cultivation and etiquette over target accuracy. Originally a practical battlefield skill, it is now positioned as a meditative practice pursuing Zen spirituality. Incorporating concepts like chuishin-seigan (direct mind, correct vision), it embodies Japanese aesthetics.

The Japanese archery path evolved from yabusame and samurai archery. Encompasses two traditions: standing archery (tachiai) and seated archery (seiza). After the Meiji Restoration, it was reconstructed as a spiritual discipline integrating Zen philosophy. Today, numerous kyudo associations exist nationwide, practiced both as competition and as a path of mental and physical cultivation.

A traditional Japanese martial art of shooting arrows from a moving horse. Developed during the Kamakura period as samurai training, it became ritualized during the Edo period. Today it is preserved as a sacred ritual performed at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu in Kamakura and other shrines during New Year celebrations, representing a fusion of samurai spirit, horsemanship, and archery.

Traditional Japanese archery performed from horseback. Dating from the Muromachi period as a samurai accomplishment, it is preserved today as a ceremonial performance dedicated at shrine festivals. Performed annually at venues like Tsurugaoka Hachimangu in Kamakura, it represents a vital intersection of traditional martial arts and Shinto festival culture.

Martial art systematizing traditional Japanese archery, merging Zen philosophy with martial practice. The entire sequence of drawing the bow incorporates spiritual cultivation, emphasizing mind-body integration over target accuracy. Practiced in archery halls nationwide, it is recognized as one of the most spiritually profound traditional martial arts.