naginatajutsu; art of the naginata
Refers to the Japanese martial art of wielding the naginata (a pole weapon with a curved blade). Often practiced as a modern sport (新しい武道) as well as a traditional martial art.
See also: 薙刀
She is learning naginatajutsu in high school.
Naginatajutsu matches are very dynamic.
薙刀 is the weapon itself, while 薙刀術 is the martial art or techniques of using it.
剣術 is swordsmanship, whereas 薙刀術 is the art of the naginata, a pole weapon.
Standard kanji spelling for the martial art of the naginata.
Alternate kanji spelling using 長刀 (long sword) for 薙刀; less common but recognized.
Compound of 薙刀 (naginata, a type of pole weapon) and 術 (technique, art). The term refers to the martial art centered on the naginata.