Japan: See women practice the art of katana in Tokyo

not for women. However, women can hold it now. I want to do something related to the Japanese culture." [fencing] and at the same time firm up your muscle. It is killing two birds with one stone. This is the physical exercise to loose excessive weight while mastering the technique of the Katana sword." Men are no longer in sole possession of learning the art of katana teacher Sayuri during an interview after her class in Tokyo, Monday. The two teachers, Sayuri and Ukon Takafuji have adapted the ancient techniques of the Japanese sword fighting into an energetic sports-like active programme. Katana classes are a hit between Tokyo women, according to the teachers. The fitness programme is brand-new and exciting. According to katana teacher Ukon Takafuji, the physical exercise to loose excessive weight while mastering the technique of the Katana for 75 minutes to an upbeat music, is killing two birds with one stone.