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    The Spirit of Budo: The History of Japan’s Martial Arts

    Hopefully we can get a review here like we did for Lords of the Samurai at the the San Francisco Asian Art Museum. Anyone in Malaysia this summer?
    Friday June 15, 2012
    Japanese martial arts exhibition now at National Museum

    Many of us in Malaysia are familiar with martial arts such as silat, taekwondo and kung fu. But how many of us know about martial arts from Japan.

    The Japan Foundation together with the Department of Museums Malaysia are giving everyone a chance to gain insight into the Japanese martial art of Budo.

    An exhibition of “The Spirit of Budo: The History of Japan’s Martial Arts” is being held this month and July.

    This exhibition offers a close-up look at various historical weapons such as bows and arrows, helmets and suits of armours.


    Elegant: A golden horn feature prominently on this Budo headgear.

    Through this exhibition, viewers will travel back to the history of Japanese martial arts with emphasis on battlefield combat techniques (bujutsu) to popular sports or physical exercise tempering body and spirit (budo) in contemporary Japanese society.

    The exhibition is held at the National Museum’s Gallery 2 from now until July 3. Admission is free.

    Budo has its origins in the traditions of Bushid – the way of the warrior.

    Budo, is a time-honoured form of physical culture comprising Jud, Kend, Kyud, Sum, Karated, Aikid, Shrinji Kemp, Naginata and Jukend.


    Intimid ating: The Mogamid haramaki type of armour with suji-kabuto helmet.

    Practitioners study the skills while striving to unify mind, body and technique; develop character; enhance sense of morality; and to cultivate a respectful and courteous demeanour.

    Practised steadfastly, these admirable traits become intrinsic to the character of the practitioner.

    The Budo arts serve as a path to self-perfection.

    This elevation of the human spirit will contribute to social prosperity and harmony, and ultimately, benefit the people of the world.

    For details, call 03-2267 1111 (National Museum) or 03-22846228 (JFKL)
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    Now in Pakistan

    Wait...reproductions?
    ‘Spirit of Budo’: The history of Japanese martial arts goes on display
    By Myra Iqbal
    Published: November 13, 2012



    Reproductions of bows and arrows, elaborate helmets, armoury and swords are all being showcases at the exhibition. PHOTO: MUHAMMAD JAVAID/EXPRESS

    While Pakistan’s exposure to Japanese martial arts tends to be limited to Star World’s samurai movie re-runs, “Spirits of Budo” renders a clearer picture for people.

    The exhibit, which opened at the National Arts Gallery at the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) on Monday, features reproductions of bows and arrows, elaborate helmets, armoury and swords traditionally used in budo — the Japanese word for martial arts.

    The first day of the exhibit attracted a crowd of nearly 60 people, who could be seen leaning close to the glass to admire the intricate pieces. A viewing area was created for visitors to watch a video demonstration of different forms and moves of martial arts.

    Japanese Ambassador Hiroshi Oe, while addressing the guests, said the exhibition aims to educate people about “the aesthetic awareness and creativity of the Japanese people.”

    Carefully taking in the inscriptions and delicate carving on a sword, Mrs Sajjad was awed by the grandeur of the exhibit. “The Japanese are such artists,” she commented. She said even though the exhibit focuses on armoury and weapons once used for warfare, the beauty of the objects is overpowering.

    “You just want to put these hats on and take photographs,” she said with a laugh, pointing to a display of unique-looking helmets.

    Martial arts, which remain an inherent part of Japanese culture as a healthy exercise of the mind and body, were used as a means of defence in the eighth century.

    Students of Japanese department at National University of Modern Languages were thrilled to see the weaponry and art popularised only on television.

    “This is an educational opportunity for us,” said Mian Tamseel, speaking for his group.

    The exhibition, which runs till November 23, is coinciding with the Kurosawa Film Festival being held by the Japanese embassy at the PNCA.

    Published in The Express Tribune, November 13th, 2012.
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    The Spirit of Budo: History of Japan’s Martial Arts, National Art Gallery Pakistan

    This art exhibition showcases the history of Japanese martial arts
    PUBLISHED ABOUT 12 HOURS AGO
    FARMAN ALI

    The event also included live Judo, Karate and Ninjutsu performances by Pakistani masters.



    An art exhibition showcasing the history of martial arts and weapons opened at the National Art Gallery on Monday.

    The event also included live Judo, Karate and Ninjutsu performances by Pakistani masters.

    Japanese Ambassador Takashi Kurai inaugurated the travelling exhibition titled The Spirit of Budo: the history of Japan’s martial arts. The exhibition has been to many countries and is in Pakistan for the second time.

    He spoke about the philosophy of martial arts, its evolution over 1,000 years — from battlefield combat techniques to popular sports or physical exercise — and how its spirit is still inherent in the daily lives of the Japanese.

    Ambassador Kurai told Dawn that the exhibit aims at highlighting the spiritual aspect of the Budo through the development of body and soul.

    “The martial arts attach more importance to the spiritual aspect than to combat,” he said.

    With their techniques and armoury, Budo arts have been so immensely popular in the world that they are often seen as representative images of Japan, the envoy said.

    “I am very glad to see the popularity of the Japanese martial arts among the Pakistani people, particularly the interest shown by youngsters in the art,” Mr Kurai said.

    The two-week exhibit features paintings of 17th Century battles, photographs of Japanese sumo wrestling, reproductions of various shapes of bamboo bows, arrows, helmets and gunpowder cases, helmet breakers, armours and swords traditionally used in Budo or martial arts, representing a fascinating history of Japanese martial arts and their place in modern, global and popular culture.

    Due to the many years of conflict in Japan the earliest people of the island developed an interest in the study of violence, weaponry and combat.

    It was however,consolidated and formalised in the 12th Century with the rise of the professional warrior class.

    Budo-martial ways- encompasses both physical and spiritual dimensions and serves as a path to self-perfection.

    F.S Ninja Academy’s chief instructor Irfan Bhatti and his assistant Naveed Anwer Bhatti, who are providing martial arts training in 60 schools of the twin cities and 10 institutes, and their students performed the Ninjutsu style of judo, karate and sword amid applause from the audience.

    Pak-Japan Friendship Forum president Khalid Malik said that the aim of the show is to popularise Japanese martial arts and strengthen cultural ties between the two countries.

    Moeeni, a visitor, said the secret of the development and survival of a country lies in the preservation of cultural heritage and learning from the past experiences and mistakes.

    “Pakistan being the cradle of ancient civilisations was once the popular destination of religious tourism. Tourists from Japan would visit the country in large numbers before the 80s. This can be revived by promoting the cultural diversity of the country”, he said.

    The exhibition was organized by Japanese embassy in collaboration with Pakistan National Council of the Arts and the Japan Foundation.

    The exhibition will remain open till January 21 from 9am to 5pm daily except on Mondays.
    This looks exceptional. I hope it travels more.
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    Now in Hanoi

    I'm assuming this is the same exhibit as the Pakistan and Malaysian exhibit, so I merged them all.

    Exhibition of Japanese martial arts to be held at Hanoi Fine Art Museum
    6/10/2019 07:09 GMT+7
    "The Spirit of Budo: The History of Japan's Martial Arts" exhibition will take place from October 11 to 25 at the Vietnam Fine Art Museum in Hanoi.



    For the first time, the Embassy of Japan in Vietnam in cooperation with the Japan Foundation Center for Cultural Exchange in Vietnam is presenting a travelling exhibition entitled “The Spirit of Budō: The History of Japan’s Martial Arts” from October 11 to 25 at the Vietnam Fine Art Museum in Hanoi, exploring the history of Budō in both its old and modern variations.

    Budō (meaning, literally, martial ways), also known as Japanese martial arts, originated from medieval combat techniques (bujitsu) used in warfare.

    For over a millennium, Japan’s unique martial culture of bujutsu and budō continued to evolve from battlefield combat techniques to “take life” to ways of “giving life”.

    They changed from “jutsu” to “dō”, in which practitioners are encouraged to temper their bodies and spirits.

    After World War II, the budō arts were reassessed and have spread throughout the world as popular sports, to the extent that they are even part of the Olympic Games.

    Budō will continue to be loved by countless people as exciting competitive sports as well as life-long pursuits for physical and mental well-being.

    As such, budō will undoubtedly make a significant contribution to peace throughout the world.

    “The Spirit of Budō: The History of Japan’s Martial Arts” was planned and produced against a background of strong overseas interest in Japan’s martial arts culture.

    The exhibition provides viewers with a greater understanding of the history of Japanese martial arts - from bujutsu to budō.

    The exhibition consists of two sections. In the first, reproductions and originals of historical weapons such as bows and arrows, suits of armor, helmets, and so on are shown, and the development of and changes in Japanese martial arts from 8th century to 19th century are explained.

    Many ancient types of armor and weapons have not survived to the present day or are too fragile for international transport.

    This is why the exhibition includes reproductions, which give the appearance of suits of armor or helmets at the time of their original production.

    The second section deals with the reorganization of bujutsu to budō in the 19th and 20th centuries, and how the spirit of martial arts remains inherent in the daily lives of Japanese people.

    Nine budō associations are also introduced, as are clothes and implements such as bamboo swords, protectors, and bows and arrows used by players and students in the present day.

    Viewers will become aware not only of the history of Japanese martial arts but also of people’s aesthetic awareness and creativity and Japan’s social history and the Japanese way of thinking from a new angle.

    “The Spirit of Budo” exhibition invites audiences to learn the history of these rich cultural traditions and their legacy today.

    Admission is free.
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    Now in 'Nam

    This exhibit's got legs...

    Exhibition on Japanese martial arts opens in HCM City
    11/11/2019 11:21 GMT+7
    “The Spirit of Budo: The History of Japan’s Martial Arts” exhibition has opened in HCM City.


    Kicker: Visitors at the Exhibition House in HCM City view helmets at the “The Spirit of Budo: The History of Japan’s Martial Arts” exhibit. — VNS Photo by Phuong Mai

    The event is co-organised by the Japan Foundation Center for Cultural Exchange in Vietnam and the Consulate General of Japan in HCM City.

    The exhibition's aim is to increase understanding about the "history of Japanese martial arts – from battlefield combat techniques (bujutsu) to popular sports to physical exercise tempering body and spirit (budo),” said Ando Toshiki, director of Japan Foundation Vietnam.

    On display include reproductions and originals of weapons such as bows and arrows, swords, suits of armor, and helmets made of bamboo, wood, lacquer, cow horn or iron.

    The development and changes of Japanese martial arts from the 8th to 19th century are also depicted on panels.

    The exhibition also includes displays about the organisation of bujutsu to budo in the 19th and 20th century, and how the spirit of martial arts still exists in the daily life of Japanese people today.

    Clothing and implements used in nine Japanese martial arts like Akido, Kendo, Karatedo and Sumo are on display as well.

    Toshiki said: “We hope that, through this exhibition, viewers will become aware of not only the history of Japanese martial arts, but also of people’s aesthetic awareness and creativity, and Japan’s social history and the Japanese way of thinking from a new angle.”

    “The Spirit of Budo: The History of Japan’s Martial Arts” exhibition was first organised by the Japan Foundation in the US in 2007. Since then, it has travelled to dozens of countries in Asia, Europe and the Americas.

    The exhibition runs until November 24 at the Exhibition House in HCM City at 92 Le Thanh Ton Street in District 1.
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