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In the spirit of the Marathon Monks of Mount Hiei in Japan and through
the example of Shihan Henderson, The International Budo Institute has
set its requirement for 6th Dan as the completion of the Camino de
Santiago in Spain.
The Marathon Monks are known for walking/running a marathon each day
for 100 days each year for 7 years totaling 43,000 kilometers around
the mountain top of Mount Hiei, after which they become full monks.
This is their Zen training.
With these inspirational monks as our example and guide each candidate
for 6th dan, without exception, must complete the 1,000 kilometer
hike/walk across the 1,100 year old, ancient pilgrimage road of Spain
through the cold mountain rains and dessert heat. The walk includes
approximately 30 to 50 kilometers a day for approximately 32 days with
full back pack. The Camino passport which includes daily stamps
attesting to the various legs in the journey serves as proof of
completion. This is the Zen training for The International Budo
Institute.
It is the belief of the founder of Bubishido, Shihan
Henderson, that in order to truly be a martial art leader and
inspirational guide you must push yourself to your limit not just
physically and mentally but also spiritually. Until you have
accomplished that task you can not lead others along the path. The
Camino will attest to each candidate accomplishing that task. My best
wishes of courage and strength to those who are ready to face the
challenge of the Camino and live in brotherhood with the Zen monks of
Mount Hiei.
Shihan
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