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Hayashizaki Jinsuke Shigenobu

Sensei / Founder

Legendary Japanese samurai and historical father of the art of quick sword drawing (Iaijutsu / Iaido).

Quick Facts

Date of Birthca 1546
Date of Deathca 1621
Era16th–17th century
Country of OriginJapanJapan
Rank / TitleFather of Iaido / Iaijutsu
Active Yearsca 1570–1620

Biography

Hayashizaki Jinsuke Shigenobu formulated Shin Muso Hayashizaki-ryu in the 16th century, establishing the foundational techniques for drawing and striking with a katana in a single movement.

Associated Martial Arts

Shin Muso Hayashizaki-ryuFounder→

Founding samurai school of the art of sword drawing (Iaijutsu) from the 16th century.