Sport/martial art orginating from Japan. Kendo translates to 'the way of the sword', and practicioners are called kendoka.
Participants in this sport use bamboo swords called 'shinais' and wear armor called 'bogu'. This armor includes a face mask/helmet called 'men' a pair of thick gloves called 'kote' a chest protector called a 'do' and an apron-like peice called a 'tare'.
Participants must also wear a pair of very loose pants called the hakama, and a thick jacket called the keikogi.
When in a match, the participants are allowed to strike to the head, wrists, the sides of the chest, and in certain cases (this is often discouraged in torunaments since it can be dangerous if used improperly)to a small flap that hangs off the men that covers the throat.
Participants in this sport use bamboo swords called 'shinais' and wear armor called 'bogu'. This armor includes a face mask/helmet called 'men' a pair of thick gloves called 'kote' a chest protector called a 'do' and an apron-like peice called a 'tare'.
Participants must also wear a pair of very loose pants called the hakama, and a thick jacket called the keikogi.
When in a match, the participants are allowed to strike to the head, wrists, the sides of the chest, and in certain cases (this is often discouraged in torunaments since it can be dangerous if used improperly)to a small flap that hangs off the men that covers the throat.
by Dan Stuart June 20, 2005
Kendo which translates literally to 'The Way of the Sword', is a contemporary Japanese martial art that evolved from the traditions of the samurai, the warrior class of ancient Japan, based upon sword fencing techniques developed over centuries of combat. Like many Japanese martial arts, the philosophical foundations of Kendo revolve around the precepts of Zen Buddhism, and the guiding belief that enlightenment and heightened awareness, flow from the ability to focus and calm the mind. Following in the footsteps of the samurai, modern practitioners of Kendo, or 'Kendoka', as they are called, strive not only to master the physical techniques of the Japanese sword, but, also, the mental and spiritual aspects as well. Although Kendo’s roots lie with the ancient samurai, the art has evolved over the centuries, adapting as societal conditions changed, to its present form where competition between practitioners involves not life and death combat with razor sharp blades, but controlled matches governed by strict rules of conduct, and non-lethal instruments. This difference in focus, distinguishes Kendo from 'Kenjutsu', which is also a Japanese sword art deriving from traditional fencing. Unlike Kendo, whose techniques are updated for practice as a non-lethal aesthetic, Kenjutsu’s primary focus is combat and warfare, and as such, closely parallels the actual lethal techniques employed by the samurai on the field of battle.
In place of the katana, the traditional sword of the samurai, modern Kendoka use shinai, an implement constructed of four bamboo staves bound together at specific junctures with leather bands. This non-lethal weapon, along with the use of body armor, or 'bogu', as it is referred to in Kendo, enable Kendoka to engage in fencing contests without the fear of death or serious bodily injury. The bogu is modeled after the traditional armor of the samurai, which unlike the cumbersome metal armor of European knights, was lightweight and designed for optimal movement and flexibility. Kendo practice traditionally takes place in a training hall or, 'dojo'. Organization of a dojo is hierarchical, with the master at the top, and beginning students at the bottom. As in the other Japanese martial arts, the belt or 'kyu' system is employed, with the highest rank or 'dan' being the black belt. Students train in Kendo through the practice of 'kata', a series of formal exercises passed down through time that replicate the movements and techniques required in traditional combat. In addition to learning and practicing the different kata, Kendoka also engage in informal matches known as 'keiko' or 'kumite' which are moderated by senior members of the dojo, and test the practitioner’s live combat ability.
by Dancing with Fire January 21, 2011
Kendo aka “KT3” Is Just One Of A Kind. He’s Mostly Slept On Especially by The Females. Kendo Is One Of the funniest people on this earth once you get to know him and he gets comfortable with you. Kendo isn’t really the best with the ladies nor does he care. His social skills are a bit off so he doesn’t fuck with many. Kendo is a smart,kind, goofy, soul smoke nor drink but he will smoke a pussy nigga and then drink a shot of apple cider of his body. Other then kendo just be big chillin. females wish men were more like him, but don’t like him. Does kendo care?
Girls: You’re a nice a guy, i wish niggas would be like you. But i only see you as a friend
Niggas: kendo the funniest nigga i know, on god.
Niggas: kendo the funniest nigga i know, on god.
by Kendo kt July 4, 2018
by margarettanne June 27, 2009
japanese fencing. The objective of this sport is to hit the opponent with your sword/sinai (duh). Valid targets are head, hands, waist or torso, and neck. equipments used in kendo: helmet, body armor, gauntlets/gloves, hakama.
shoute iku shoute whena you a swingu! leta youra kiai rerease!
..err ...rawr.. /..\
no nota shoute likea girr. shoute likea RRRAAAAAAAWWRRR!!!
oO "paralyzed"
..err ...rawr.. /..\
no nota shoute likea girr. shoute likea RRRAAAAAAAWWRRR!!!
oO "paralyzed"
by ikubaru May 14, 2005
The proper "street" pronunciation of NBA player Kendall Gill as pronounced by "Dee Dee" on the hilariously unfunny show "My Brother and Me" run on Nickolodeon in the early 90's.
Look Alfi!!!! Its Kendo Geeyo!!!
Then Kendall Gill appears in his size 18 shoes, baby blue matching windbreaker and high top fade.
Then Kendall Gill appears in his size 18 shoes, baby blue matching windbreaker and high top fade.
by KendallGill give cookies 2 MTV April 11, 2010
by NES Kess September 15, 2009