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The title and the topic is perhaps misleading. SOMEWHERE, these pointers are probably written down. However, the flip side of that is that they’re probably written in Japanese or are in some form that the “average” kenshi isn’t ever going to come across them.

Kendo has a wonderful oral tradition (and no, I don’t mean toothbrushing). It’s how information gets passed down from sensei to student. It’s a good thing, unless you forget what the sensei told you, or if it was relayed to you in a somewhat cryptic manner, or if it seems to contradict the advice given to you by another sensei…

Watch for items tagged “Unwritten Rules of Kendo”. They are not Kendo “secrets” or anything. Just a compilation of items that may or may not be known to you. And of course, if you know of any other “unwritten rules”, please feel free to share them.

Enjoy!