I love your adherence and obvious respect for classical form. This is the real deal. Developed by a people whose life really depended on it, and who practiced this in real conditions. The modern arts, while somewhat impressive, do not ensure survivability to the same level. Even your simple but important mention of the perimeter of defense seems to be almost non-existent in a lot of the schools I've audited. Much Praise to you Sensei.

Impressive skills, I didn't roll my eyes once, I actually watched this whole video with interest.

There isn't really any way to explain it, but when you watch Mr Williams move and cut, the level of skill and experience is practically visible

Finally I found a video with a competent man who knows what he's talking about. I was quite tired of noobish kids cutting water bottles with cheap $300 katanas without any sign of technique.

Great upload,

what an excellent demonstration. Thank you for sharing.

Wow... truly a masterful demonstration. Man I can't believe how much i just learned in only 24 minutes. Awesome, thank you so much for posting this!!

Great video. I always learn something from this man. Great sensei, a vet that gives back and an all around good man. I own four Bugei swords each one awesome and I own a Hisshou, a great knife.

Mr williams, thank you , This video really helps with my Iaido. Knowing how strength can hinder, when it comes to the sword.

I enjoyed meeting James Williams at the 2004 SHOT show. Looks like he is still going strong.

Nice to see Mr.Williams is still going strong. The flow and ease of those cuts are just beautiful to watch. Especially the cuts with the katana and the wakasashi at once. Good and interesting demo. Thx for sharing :)

James Sensei is awesome ,I admire your skill and knowledge sir ..

Wonderful video, Sensei! I can't wait to get back to the dojo over the summer

Great video, excellent instruction and information, thank you very much for sharing your knowledge

Another great video, BHutto really get a lot from his explanations.

Fascinating, thank you for posting this.

Such a long, well-explained video, thank you!

oh wow this a very good demonstration and explanation. im a fan!

I love seeing such a respect and mastery of art forms pioneered by other cultures. It's good to know there are westerners who can actually stand in the same room as Japanese masters and still be justified a level of respect and appreciation, I mean how could he not?

WOW - Immensely knowledgeable and incredibly gifted! - The true artist and professional always makes it look easy.