Let's Learn Hiragana with Japanese Culture Aikido finds its
origin in ancient China, but the concept of "ki" ("ki" refers to
the power that is the driving force of life) is connected with
Shinto and has a peculiarly Japanese development. Largely a
spiritual exercise, it has no offensive techniques. It relies on
throws and holding techniques without resorting so much to
strength. Also, one's technique becomes more efficient as one
one learns the special aikido art of breathing. Aikido is
actually relatively new, and had not been organized and named
until the 1920's. Fundamental aikido techniques can be learned
without difficulty by old or young, male or female. It is
certainly effective for spiritual cultivation. Let's Write it in
Kanji!