Eku

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An eku (sometimes spelled eiku or ieku) is an ancient weapon of Okinawan kobudō.[1][2] [3] Its first intended purpose is as an oar.

Example of an oak eku 72" long with closeup of round end and ridged spine on top side

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References edit

  1. ^ "Chikin Sunakake no Eku video". Archived from the original on September 28, 2007. Retrieved 2007-09-19.
  2. ^ "Tsuken Akachu No Eiku De video". Archived from the original on September 28, 2007. Retrieved 2007-09-19.
  3. ^ "Tools and techniques of Martial Arts with Weaponry Eku". Archived from the original on February 23, 2005.

External links edit

  • Article, images & video on Eku (Okinawa Prefectural Government website)