Naginata Do

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Naginata Do is the study of the use of a spear-like weapon, similar to the European halberd or glaive, called the naginata. While originally a weapon of war, the naginata now has a form appropriate for modern competitive sport. The invention of the wooden form of the naginata enabled the safe study of the ancient forms. There are two types of naginata practice today, the Modern Naginata and the Classical Naginata.

Today, there are three types of naginata that are used for the practice of Naginata Do: the solid wood naginata used in the practice of its own kata; the bamboo naginata which is used in compeititions; and the "live blade" naginata which is commonly used as a ceremonial object today.

Contents 1 History 2 Equipment 3 Kata 4 The Practice of Naginata Do 5 Competitions

History

Equipment

See main article Naginata

Kata

The Practice of Naginata Do

Competitions

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