半月 Hangetsu: Asayama Ichiden Ryu Shunjō Staff Kata

You and the opponent walk toward each other. This is called the "Hangetsu" (Half Moon) block. Instead of holding the end of the Jo, you open your arms evenly and lower your hips. If executed correctly, their katana will not hit your hand even if the opponent strikes from this position. To attack this quickly, there’s an important point to keep in mind. Move lightly, utilizing the rotational force directly into your attack.
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