Kokyu 呼吸

Breath. Basic meaning is a type of deep abdominal breathing method. Also has an abstract meaning referring to a larger power generated when one is in full harmony with one’s breathing. Used in this sense, its meaning is similar to that of KI.

Josh Gold

Executive Editor of Aikido Journal, CEO of Budo Accelerator, and Chief Instructor of Ikazuchi Dojo.

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