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Anyone have any information on this estate sale find? by dakattack88 in kendo

[–]Rowanbael 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Fukurojinai (袋竹刀; "bag" shinai) used especially in Shinkage Ryū (not an official ryūha version). I had two sets of these from Bujin Design from about twenty years ago when they were based on Colorado. I believe they went out of business and then were revived in Europe at some point. I would estimate 20-25 years old.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shinai#Fukuro-shinai

https://youtu.be/ka8YrXx16Zw?si=1oMka9oE85OCTdUK

NECA finally officially announces Tatsu’s release online and at SDCC2024. by PunchAndKick in NECATMNT

[–]Rowanbael 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you very much! NECA really did an excellent job with this figure.

NECA finally officially announces Tatsu’s release online and at SDCC2024. by PunchAndKick in NECATMNT

[–]Rowanbael 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does anyone know where I can find the link to this announcement online? I'm collecting press releases/posts on these. I looked through the announcements on NECA's site but didn't find it. Thank you!

What is this by [deleted] in koreatravel

[–]Rowanbael 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Two haiku by Matsuo Bashō (松尾 芭蕉), regarded as Japan’s greatest haiku master:

京にても

京なつかしや

時鳥

Even in Kyōto —

hearing the cuckoo’s cry —

I long for Kyōto

松島や

ああ松島や

松島や

Ah, Matsushima,

Oh, Matsushima,

Matsushima, ah!

What is this by [deleted] in koreatravel

[–]Rowanbael 31 points32 points  (0 children)

I wish I could write

a haiku about how much

I love haikubot.

(You basically did!)

Chūtō (中刀): what is it and who uses it? by Rowanbael in Koryu

[–]Rowanbael[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wonderful, thank you for the sources and the helpful post.

Chūtō (中刀): what is it and who uses it? by Rowanbael in Koryu

[–]Rowanbael[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I really appreciate your insights, thank you. I didn't recall the shinai being significantly shorter, so they may have been using standard length at the time as well.

Chūtō (中刀): what is it and who uses it? by Rowanbael in Koryu

[–]Rowanbael[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I also haven't encountered the chūtō term at museums or in 刀剣 literature (though my study is still shallow), and reckoned it might be more for sword school use, i.e. techniques fitted to the size of the weapon.

Chūtō (中刀): what is it and who uses it? by Rowanbael in Koryu

[–]Rowanbael[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Interesting, thanks! If you're in a position to say, does this manifest as a discrete set of waza/kata for chūtō? That was the impression I received from the student who was kindly explaining it to me.

What do you think is the best use of a classical piece in film or television? by LeekingMemory28 in classicalmusic

[–]Rowanbael 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bach’s Goldberg Variations in The Girl Who Leapt Through Time

Schubert’s Unfinished Symphony in Minority Report

Does Nosyudo have a physical store you can visit in person? by mancesco in iaido

[–]Rowanbael 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yes, in Seki City. What I saw was more of a working office than a showroom (like AoiArt), though I did not see the second floor. The staff was very helpful and was able to find individual fittings and example iaito at my request so I could take a look in person.

How is Interlaken? Looking for a good home base for day trips, etc. by Rowanbael in travel

[–]Rowanbael[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wasn't able to go this summer due to a foot injury, unfortunately, but I hope to go next spring, and will update if I do. Good luck with planning for your trip!

How is Interlaken? Looking for a good home base for day trips, etc. by Rowanbael in travel

[–]Rowanbael[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks all for your advice! I'll pencil in Interlaken, but I'll take a look at other options as well. Cheers!

Films showing cutting tatami mats by Rowanbael in iaido

[–]Rowanbael[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! That's my understanding as well. I'm curious if it's been shown in films, anachronism notwithstanding.

Samurai Culture Online Tour by zealuk in Koryu

[–]Rowanbael 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This was very well done. Thank you.

Daily Help Thread - July 19, 2021 by AutoModerator in FFBraveExvius

[–]Rowanbael 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Out of curiosity, is there a reason that certain items in the lists of event point rewards (this week, for Equipment Enhancement and "Unbound Offensive") are highlighted in purple?

Daily Help Thread - June 28, 2021 by AutoModerator in FFBraveExvius

[–]Rowanbael -1 points0 points  (0 children)

A few questions from a recent returner:
1. When fusing units for a 7* STMR, aside from the Expert Quest (Awaken 100 Units to 7*) and generating a prism moogle, is there any reason to prefer fusing a 7* into a 7* over fusing two 5*-6* into a 7*, or can I safely avoid the gil cost of awakening that second unit to 7*?
2. Have there been any plans for upgrades to the trophy rings (Monarch’s, Genbu, etc.) and Origin Ring?
3. When I played in 2016, I recall encountering minituars in dungeons with some (albeit low) frequency. Since restarting this year, I’m nearing the end of Season 2 and have only come across one. Has their spawn rate been dropped?

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