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Kyudo Shinsa Regulations

Kyudo Shinsa Regulations

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Chapter 2Shogo Title

Granting of a Shogo

Article 3
Shogo are granted on assessment to members who display proficiency resulting from their intensive study and training, and who have shown remarkable achievements in Kyudo.
The titles are an official recognition of their merits.
 

Levels of Shogo

Article 4
There are three levels of Shogo: Hanshi (Master), Kyoshi (Teacher) and Renshi (Instructor).
 

Requirements for Receiving a Shogo

Article 5
The qualifications for receiving a Shogo are as follows.

Hanshi

  • The candidate should exemplify the highest degree of conduct, dignity, and perfection of ability, together with the highest quality of discernment.
  • The candidate should hold the title of Kyoshi.
 

Kyoshi

  • Possession of character, technical ability, and judgement are essential, as well as scholarship and cultivation, which are necessary requirements for leadership in Kyudo. Moreover, the candidate’s eligibility should be proven by meritorious service.
  • The candidate should hold the title of Renshi.
 

Renshi

  • The candidate should be firm in character and have the ability to instruct in Kyudo. Moreover, there should be evidence of advancement above the previous levels.
  • The candidate should hold the grade of Godan or higher.
 
 
 

Chapter 3Dan/Kyu Grades

Approval of Dan/Kyu Grades

Article 6
Dan/Kyu grades are approved upon an examination in which Kyudo practitioners are evaluated on their level of proficiency and used as means to encourage further training and study.
 

Levels of Dan/Kyu Grades

Article 7
Dan grades are the ten levels from Judan (10th Dan) down to Shodan (1st Dan), and Kyu grades are the five levels from Ikkyu (1st Kyu) down to Gokyu (5th Kyu).
 

Qualification Criteria for Dan/Kyu Grades

Article 8
The criteria for receiving Dan or Kyu Ranks are as follows:
 
  • Judan (10th Dan)
     
  • Kyudan (9th Dan)
    The truth of Kyudo should be transparent.
     
  • Hachidan (8th Dan)
    There should be perfection in the technique, the highest level of refinement (Shahin) and embodiment of skill in the art of shooting.
     
  • Nanadan (7th Dan)
    Shooting form (Shakei), shooting technique (Shajitsu), and formal movement (Taihai) are evident naturally in the body. The shooting has reached a high level of refinement (Shahin) and mastery.
     
  • Rokudan (6th Dan)
    Shooting form (Shakei), shooting technique (Shajitsu), and formal movement (Taihai) have reached the stage of excellence. The shooting shows a high level of refinement (Shahin).
     
  • Godan (5th Dan)
    The shooting form (Shakei), the shooting technique (Shajitsu) and the formal movement (Taihai) should be consistent with the principles of shooting (Shaho) and refinement (Shahin) should be apparent. In particular, progress should be shown over the previous levels.
     
  • Yondan (4th Dan)
    The shooting form (Shakei) is better established and the formal movement (Taihai) is more stable. There should be correct breathing, the application of the shooting technique (Shajitsu) should be consistent with the principles of shooting (Shaho) and Hanare should be sharp. Consistency should be reached in hitting the Mato (Tekichu).
     
  • Sandan (3rd Dan)
    The shooting form (Shakei) is better established and the formal movement (Taihai) is more stable. The breathing is ordered and the application of the shooting technique (Shajitsu) follows the principles of shooting (Shaho). The arrow should fly straight and there should be more consistency in hitting the Mato (Tekichu).
     
  • Nidan (2nd Dan)
    Both the shooting form (Shakei) and formal movement (Taihai) should have good arrangement with evidence of spiritual energy (Kiryoku) in the application of the shooting technique (Shajitsu). There should be less uncertainty in the placing of the arrows (Yadokoro).
     
  • Shodan (1st Dan)
    The shooting form (Shakei) and the formal movement (Taihai) should be consistent with the standard form. There should not be disarray in the placing of the arrows (Yadokoro).
     
  • Ikkyu (1st Kyu)
    Shooting form (Shakei) and formal movement (Taihai) should be mostly correct.
     
  • Nikyu (2nd Kyu)
    Compared to Sankyu, there should be noticeable progress in the degree of training received.
     
  • Sankyu (3rd Kyu)
    The basic movements of the shooting and the handling of the Yumi-Ya are gradually improving, showing that the candidate has been training under systematic instruction.
     
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  • Yonkyu (4th Kyu)
    Systematic instruction is being received and progress demonstrated in the handling of the Yumi-Ya.
     
  • Gokyu (5th Kyu)
    The candidate is at the first stage of Kyudo training.