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Kobudo demonstration at the Nippon Budokan (Level A1) — A small house sits alone under a dark sky.

Kobudo demonstration at the Nippon BudokanCEFR A1

16 Mar 2026

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Adapted from Jo Carter, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0

Photo by luca romano, Unsplash

Level A1 – Beginner
2 min
71 words
  • Kobudo is Japan’s classical and traditional martial art form.
  • The event was held at the Nippon Budokan hall.
  • People showed empty-hand techniques and many weapon skills.
  • Some schools used real armour and long swords.
  • Teachers spoke about honour and samurai moral ideas today.
  • Many schools try to attract more young students today.
  • Some schools accept learners from other countries now, too.
  • Kobudo keeps old tradition and adapts to modern life.

Difficult words

  • martial — related to fighting and soldiers
  • weapon — tool used to fight or attack
  • armour — protective clothing for the body
  • honour — high respect for a person or action
  • tradition — old custom passed between people
  • adapt — change to fit new conditions
    adapts

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Discussion questions

  • Would you like to learn a martial art?
  • Which do you prefer: empty-hand techniques or weapon skills?
  • Have you seen a martial art event before?

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