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Jun 25, 2026
Samurai Philosophy: The Truth is Revealed Under Training Pressure
Samurai Philosophy: The Truth is Revealed Under Training Pressure
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May 11, 2026
Shinto Ryu Kenjutsu: Sword Saints and Demons
Shinto Ryu Kenjutsu: Sword Saints and Demons
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Apr 06, 2026
What is the No Mind State of Mushin and How to Achieve It
What is the No Mind State of Mushin and How to Achieve It
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Apr 06, 2026
The Language of Jodo: Essential Terms and Concepts for Beginners
The Language of Jodo: Essential Terms and Concepts for Beginners
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Mar 08, 2026
Starting Jodo: Your First Steps on the Path
Starting Jodo: Your First Steps on the Path
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Mar 04, 2026
Samurai Arms and Armour: Tools of the Trade
Samurai Arms and Armour: Tools of the Trade
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Feb 01, 2026
Samurai Weapons and Armour: The Evolution of Samurai Weapons and War
Samurai Weapons and Armour: The Evolution of Samurai Weapons and War
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Jan 02, 2026
The Fascinating History of Jodo: How a Defeat Led to Enlightenment
The Fascinating History of Jodo: How a Defeat Led to Enlightenment
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Jan 02, 2026
The Rich History of Iaido - From Battlefield to Dojo
The Rich History of Iaido - From Battlefield to Dojo
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Aug 21, 2025
Jodo Shodan Grading: Sticking it to Irish Martial Arts History
Jodo Shodan Grading: Sticking it to Irish Martial Arts History
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Aug 21, 2025
Jodo The Way of the Staff: A Basic Introduction
Jodo The Way of the Staff: A Basic Introduction
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Aug 20, 2025
Iaido Taikai: Ireland Recognized for its Fighting Spirit
Iaido Taikai: Ireland Recognized for its Fighting Spirit
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Aug 20, 2025
Free Samurai Articles - The Way of the Samurai Site Directory
Free Samurai Articles - The Way of the Samurai Site Directory
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Aug 20, 2025
What is Iaido? An Introduction to the Art of Drawing the Sword
What is Iaido? An Introduction to the Japanese Art of Drawing the Sword
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About the Author
Paul Batman O’Brien is passionate about sharing the wisdom of martial arts to help solve our daily problems. He teaches both gendai (modern) and koryu (classical) Japanese martial traditions for Dublin Kendo Kobukai, holding 5th Dan in Iaido, 4th Dan in Jodo, and serving as dojo leader for Hyōhō Niten Ichi Ryū in Ireland.
With over 40 years in martial arts and 20+ teaching, he is a multi-time international medalist, and has represented Ireland at the European Championships for both Iaido and Jodo many times.
He was a lead writer for Irish Fighter Magazine for over 15 years, with over 100 published articles and is the author of multiple books on martial arts, strength and fitness, eastern medicine, and philosophy.
When not teaching martial arts, he owns and operates the Meridian Acupuncture Clinic.
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