Curious about koryu?

The popularity of Japanese koryu is on the rise, but many people have only a vague notion of what these ancient traditions are all about. The articles listed here provide some definitions and descriptions to help you begin to understand the differences between a Japanese classical martial art and the modern martial arts typically practiced in the West.

The Koryu Primer by Diane Skoss
Koryu budo, kobudo, kobujutsu, koryu bujutsu: what's the difference? by Diane Skoss
The Meaning of the Martial Arts: Some Reflections from along the Way by Diane Skoss
A Coconut Palm in Missouri by Dave Lowry
Sighting the Grizzly by Dave Lowry
Koryu Bujutsu: Introduction by Diane Skoss
Keiko Shokon Revisited by Diane Skoss
What is a Ryu? by Wayne Muromoto
Koryu.com Frequently Asked Questions