Tag: Shiho

This is one of those Japanese terms where the literal meaning and the practical martial usage can differ slightly. Shihō (四方) literally means “four directions,” usually the cardinal directions of north, south, east, and west, but the meaning in martial…

The general Japanese term for “directions” is Hōgaku — 方角. It can mean directions, orientation, or bearings. It’s used for cardinal directions, positioning in space, or orientation on a map. Related Terms Hōkō (方向) — direction / orientation / heading…