With the modernization of Japan after the Meiji restoration, the need for “martial” arts became less prominent. Most martial arts used to be referred to as “jutsu” as in “Jujutsu” or “kenjutsu”.
The Terms “Iaijutsu” and “Iaido” today essentially refer to the same thing. Iaido techniques referred to as “waza” must be executed with a calm spirit, concentration and complete awareness of your surroundings. In addition to these techniques, wearing kimono and sword maintenance is also practiced. Students of Iai learn four basic elements, drawing the sword, cutting down the opponent, flipping the blood from the blade and returning the sword to the scabbard. Essentially it is a Japanese martial art that involves drawing the blade from the scabbard and cutting in one fluid motion. Iaijutsu or Iaido is commonly known in English as “The Art of Drawing the Sword”.
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