noun
continued alertness; remaining on guard; preparedness for a counterstroke
In martial arts, the state of sustained awareness and readiness after executing a technique, maintaining focus on the opponent.
剣道では、打突のあとの残心が大切だ。
In kendo, zanshin after a strike is important.
形を演じるときは、残心を忘れずに。
When performing kata, don't forget zanshin.
noun
follow-through; maintaining posture after a shot
Only when written 残身
Especially in archery (弓道), the physical and mental follow-through after releasing the arrow; often written 残身.
弓道で残身が美しいと、的中しなくても評価される。
In kyudo, a beautiful zanshin is appreciated even if the arrow misses.
noun
lingering affection; attachment; reluctance to part
Original meaning; a lingering emotional attachment or regret after parting or finishing something. Now somewhat literary or old-fashioned.
別れのあと、彼女への残心が消えなかった。
After parting, his lingering affection for her didn't fade.
Compound of 残 (remain, linger) and 心 (heart, mind). Originally referred to lingering emotion or attachment. In martial arts, it was adopted to describe the mental state of sustained awareness after an action.