2. Regarding the correct grip for accurate shooting (in the case of a three-fingered archery glove/Mitsugake)
Physical consideration of KYUDO -Japanese archery
2. Regarding the correct grip for accurate shooting (in the case of a three-fingered archery glove/三つ弽(Mitsugake))
How many people would say that the key to hitting the target in Kyudo (Japanese archery) is not the grip of the left hand (the pushing hand), but the grip of the right hand—the grip on the bowstring? This is where you can tell if someone is a true expert.
The question is whether it's based on preconceived notions or on real-world experience.
The way you grip the bowstring is often done haphazardly, but it's the most important element for accuracy. It's not simply a matter of gripping and releasing the string. Understand its function and perform it correctly and carefully.
<Important points regarding the grip position of the right hand (取り懸け/Torikake)>
⑴ The string (弦/Tsuru) and the glove cap (弽帽子/Kake-boshi) should form a cross shape.
The string and the glove cap must be at approximately a 90-degree angle.
This is because the grip and glove shape are designed based on this premise. Furthermore, if the right angle is not maintained, a component force is generated in other directions. This component force is the cause of instability.
Many people have their thumb pointing slightly downwards and pulling the string in. This is likely done to make the release easier by having the string hit the shallow part of the glove cap's hook (弦枕/Tsuru-makura) (I did this myself initially). However, unless the angle is nearly 90 degrees, a straight release in the direction of the arrow axis cannot be achieved.
If you place it on the convex part of your index finger, the convex part of the first joint of your index finger will not touch the arrow, creating a gap between the arrow and the bow.
If the arrow falls from your left hand (矢こぼれ/Ya-kobore), this is almost always because the position is incorrect.
Furthermore, placing the nock in the recess between the index finger and thumb also helps to bring the arrow closer to the thumb, thus positioning the arrow near the center of the twist when releasing the bowstring.
However, if you don't leave a clearance of about the width of one arrow between the bow cap and the arrowhead, the bow cap will hit the arrow during the release, causing instability.
⑶ Press the glove cap (弽帽子/Kake-boshi) directly below or in front of the first joint of your middle finger.
If you place it behind the first joint of your middle finger, your thumb will catch on the bulge of the first joint during the release, resulting in a slower release.
Also, place your index finger next to your middle finger. As the bow draw increases, you will need the support of your index finger.
⑷ Thin your middle finger and thumb so they are almost parallel.
To prevent the string from coming off prematurely, during the draw, you press down on your thumb by covering it with your middle finger, but at the release, you thin your grip by pushing your thumb forward and downward with your middle finger, making it easier to release. This creates a light and smooth release.
At the moment the string leaves your hand, it slips through the gap between your three fingers, so if your fingers are not nearly straight, they will hit the string and cause instability.
⑸Twist the string with your thumb as the central axis. (弦ひねり/Tsuru-hineri)
(Imagine wrapping your index finger around the arrow. The arrow will not bend.)
String twisting prevents the string from coming off during the draw by keeping it tightly against the hook of the glove.
During the release, it raises the glove and releases the grip.
By twisting with the entire arm from the elbow down, without putting force on the wrist, the arm from the elbow to the fingertips becomes as flexible as a whip, eliminating wobble during the release.
⑹While slowly expanding the twist and tension in your elbow, change the direction of force by pressing the glove cap with your middle finger (important) until the grip is released.
At the draw, in conjunction with the tension in both elbows (upper arm muscles), push the pad of your thumb forward with your middle finger (slide it over your thumb).
This is a crucial, invisible movement that releases the lock that prevents the grip from accidentally releasing during the draw, leading to the release.
You don't need to apply force (tense), just change the direction (vector). (The grip won't release unless you apply force in the direction that releases it.)
The moment of release. The middle finger slips out, and the grip is released !
The moment the arrow is released !
Now you've finally reached the starting line for the release. Continue twisting the string and keeping your elbow taut until the release happens naturally. (Therefore, those who release too quickly will not experience a "true release." They are merely releasing actively through a reflex.)
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A video featuring Professor Masubuchi, who was featured on NHK's "Athlete's Soul," is available on YouTube and is very informative, so please watch it and try it out.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=bm3vRheQwEk&t=7s
However, be aware that the grip on the bowstring varies depending on the school (and the shape of the glove).
By refining the grip on the string (the shape of the right hand), the shooting form, release, and follow-through will improve.
I believe this should take priority over the grip of the bow hand.
Next time, we'll be discussing accuracy. We look forward to your next visit as you become more familiar with "hitting the target (的中/Tekichu)".
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