1. grade of 5
Shoden (Beginning Transmission)
Typical gap since previous grade: 12 monthsestimate
Basic crescent Kamayari spear stances, thrusts, & deflecting swords in paired kata.
Requirements for this grade
We do not yet have documented requirements for this grade. They will be added once the relevant organisation’s syllabus is available.
Famous 16th-century koryu school from Kōfuku-ji Temple in Nara (founded by Inei).