VocabJLPT N1
kendo
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. kendo
  2. 2. Japanese martial art using bamboo swords
  3. 3. Kendo
This noun refers to the Japanese martial art of fencing using bamboo swords and protective armor. It is practiced both as a sport and as a traditional discipline that emphasizes mental focus and technique.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I moved my kendo practice to Fridays last month.

Sentence 2

I brought up kendo at lunch and was surprised to find a few fellow enthusiasts.

Sentence 3

"Do they still hold kendo tournaments in the rain?" my brother asked, puzzled.

Sentence 4

If you're free, want to watch some kendo videos together tonight?

Sentence 5

He used to say kendo practice just drains all the stress right out of him.