Saturday, June 24, 2017

Kobudo, Eku Kata

Yup. That's an oar.

I found this on Research of Martial Arts Facebook Page. The description is best said by one of their replies to a comment:
"This weapon is called an 'Eku'. It is a traditional wooden oar used for paddling and boat racing throughout Southern China and the Japanese Ryukyu Islands (Okinawa among them). Because this has been a common household instrument for centuries, it has become one of the prominent weapons in the traditions of Okinawan Kobudo."

Makes sense. Though I have to admit, I haven't seen this before. Very cool!

Enjoy!
 

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