My journey with kendo began

At first glance, kendo (Phnom Penh Kendo Club) (Phnom Penh Kendo Club) seemed simple: two practitioners facing each other, bamboo swords in hand, striking with precision and shouting with intensity. But the moment I stepped into the dojo, I realized it was far more than a sport. It was a discipline, a philosophy, and a quiet path toward understanding myself. The first lessons were humbling. Learning how to stand, how to hold the shinai, and how to bow, every movement carried meaning. Nothing was rushed. Nothing was careless. Even the way I walked onto the floor required awareness. In a world t