Tribue to Hirokata OOTA sensei - Mitsubishi 100th Anniversary
A tribute video to Hirokata OOTA sensei (1914 - 2021).
In this video, sensei gives his profound insight and interpretation of Kendo and kendo practise.
The video was produced by Mitsubishi Motors for the 100 year anniversary. No copyright infringement is intended.
Transcript of sensei’s speech:
“I believe that all the world starts with love and end with love.
I want to conduct life with love.
It’s said that kendo starts with a bow and ends with a bow.
We draw a circle at my dojo. Young must respect the elder.
True kendo is not about winning or losing but the importance is raising children in a pure and proper manner.
Moreover, I feel that he most important thing is for them to go out in the world and do something impressive.
That is the basis of kendo.
Kaizen is such an important thing.
It’s important to carry on forever and win with effort,
Believe in yourself and better yourself.
That’s what’s important.
Kendo without love is no good.
It’s about building a human.
I will improve and continue with