{"id":5122,"date":"2016-11-16T12:42:40","date_gmt":"2016-11-16T12:42:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.transparent.com\/japanese\/?p=5122"},"modified":"2018-07-24T13:31:37","modified_gmt":"2018-07-24T13:31:37","slug":"why-japanese-traditional-arts-end-in-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.transparent.com\/japanese\/why-japanese-traditional-arts-end-in-do\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Japanese Traditional Arts End in \u2018Do\u2019"},"content":{"rendered":"

As Japanese language learners, we are introduced to Japanese traditions and arts from time to time. Let us take a look at some of these arts and how they are performed.<\/span><\/p>\n

The kanji \u2018 \u9053 \u2019 signifies path or route. The \u8a13\u8aad\u307f kunyomi<\/em> (Japanese reading) for this kanji is \u307f\u3061 michi<\/em> and its \u97f3\u8aad\u307f onyomi<\/em> (Chinese reading) is \u3069\u3046 d<\/em><\/span>\u014d<\/span><\/em>. It is interesting to note that names of many Japanese traditional arts end in \u9053. <\/span><\/p>\n

In Chinese, \u9053 (pronounced as dao<\/em> or tao<\/em>) means much more than just \u2018path\u2019 or \u2018route\u2019. It has a broader philosophical concept. \u9053 indicates the manner or way in which something is performed or achieved.<\/span><\/p>\n

Many Japanese arts and traditions were influenced by the Chinese and Buddhist culture. Similarly, the Chinese concept of \u00a0\u9053 influenced Japanese philosophy. \u9053 in the names of Japanese arts signifies a process in which an art should be performed in order to achieve a specific goal.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sad<\/b>\u014d<\/b> \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u8336\u9053 sad<\/em><\/span>\u014d<\/span><\/em> is Japanese tea ceremony. It is also known as \u3061\u3083\u3069\u3046 chad<\/em><\/span>\u014d<\/span><\/em> or \u3061\u3083\u306e\u3086 chanoyu<\/em>. <\/span>The tea which is commonly used in sad\u014d<\/em>\u00a0is called \u62b9\u8336 maccha<\/em>, a special variety of powdered green tea. <\/span>Sad<\/span>\u014d<\/span> is not a simple tea party, it is more than just a social gathering. The essence of Japanese tea ceremony is rooted in the concept of <\/span>\u548c\u656c\u6e05\u5bc2 (\u308f\u3051\u3044\u305b\u3044\u3058\u3083\u304fwakeiseijaku<\/em>). \u548c stands for peace, \u656c stands for respect, \u6e05 stands for pure and \u5bc2 stands for tranquil. The practice of sad\u014d revolves around proper conduct and discipline.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Kad<\/b>\u014d<\/b><\/p>\n

More popularly known as \u751f\u3051\u82b1 ikebana<\/em>, \u83ef\u9053 kad<\/em><\/span>\u014d<\/span><\/em> is the Japanese way of flower arrangement. It aims at creating a simple yet attractive flower decoration. The triangular asymmetry of Japanese flower arrangement symbolises man, earth and heaven. Kad<\/span>\u014d<\/span> is a popular recreational activity not only in Japan, but all across the globe.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Shod<\/b>\u014d<\/b><\/p>\n

\u66f8\u9053 shod<\/em><\/span>\u014d<\/span><\/em> is the art of Japanese calligraphy. Japanese children are taught the basics of shod<\/span>\u014d<\/span> at schools. Japanese calligraphy clubs are also popular in high schools and universities. \u7b46 fude<\/em> or calligraphy brush, \u58a8 sumi<\/em> or ink and \u548c\u7d19 washi<\/em> or Japanese paper are the three important writing tools used in shod<\/span>\u014d<\/span>. Shod<\/span>\u014d<\/span> is more than just calligraphy, it is an art of painting letters. The art of shod<\/span>\u014d<\/span> has been practised and admired for centuries in Japan.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Bud<\/b>\u014d<\/b><\/p>\n

The term \u6b66\u9053 bud<\/em><\/span>\u014d<\/span><\/em> is used for Japanese martial arts. The main principle of bud<\/span>\u014d<\/span> is to train the mind and spirit. Some popular bud<\/span>\u014d<\/span> styles are \u5263\u9053 Kend<\/em><\/span>\u014d<\/span><\/em>, \u67d4\u9053 Jud<\/em><\/span>\u014d<\/span><\/em>, \u7a7a\u624b\u9053 Karated<\/em><\/span>\u014d<\/span><\/em> and \u5f13\u9053 Kyud<\/em><\/span>\u014d<\/span><\/em>. <\/span><\/p>\n

The art of kend<\/span>\u014d<\/span> or Japanese sword fighting, developed from \u5263\u8853 kenjutsu<\/em> (Japanese swordsmanship). At every strike the participant shouts out a word that defines the strike. Compared to other Japanese traditional sports, Kend<\/span>\u014d<\/span> is quite loud and noisy. Nowadays, kend<\/span>\u014d<\/span> is practised and performed in a sports hall. Wooden or bamboo swords are used instead of real swords.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Jud<\/span>\u014d<\/span> is comparatively a new form of martial arts. Jud<\/span>\u014d<\/span> techniques comprise throwing and grappling. This defence mechanism is very popular around the world. Jud<\/span>\u014d<\/span> is also included in the olympic games.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Karated<\/span>\u014d<\/span> originated in Okinawa and was introduced to the mainlands of Japan not before 20th century. However, its worldwide popularity has gained it a spot in the 2020 Summer Olympics, that will be held in Tokyo. The main techniques of karated<\/span>\u014d are punches and kicks.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Kyud<\/span>\u014d<\/span> is the Japanese traditional art of archery. The \u5f13 yumi (Japanese bow) used in kyud\u014d is pretty heavy and even taller than the archer.<\/span><\/p>\n

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As Japanese language learners, we are introduced to Japanese traditions and arts from time to time. Let us take a look at some of these arts and how they are performed. The kanji \u2018 \u9053 \u2019 signifies path or route. The \u8a13\u8aad\u307f kunyomi (Japanese reading) for this kanji is \u307f\u3061 michi and its \u97f3\u8aad\u307f onyomi…<\/p>\n

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