Hōgyū-ryū practitioners

Hōgyū-ryū practitioners are students or experts of a traditional Japanese martial art focusing on weaponry and swordsmanship. This school emphasizes precise techniques, history, and discipline, often practicing with wooden swords (bokken) and traditional methods. Practitioners aim to develop not only physical skill but also mental discipline, respect, and understanding of martial etiquette. The style is rooted in historical combat traditions and is studied by those interested in preserving Japan’s martial heritage or enhancing their personal discipline through rigorous training.