Describe the differences between Chinese taiji quan tai chi

Describe the differences between Chinese taiji quan (tai chi chuan) and Japanese kendo. 2. Describe the philosophical differences between taiji quan and kendo 3. Describe the uniqueness of each martial art.

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Tai Chi - Tai Chi is Chinese in origin. Although Tai Chi can be used in self defense, it is primarily used as exercise around the world. It is believed by many that there are many unexplainable health benefits in practicing Tai Chi. The Chinese believe that all life has an inner force called \"Chi\". Tai Chi is a means of channelling and releasing one\'s Chi and therefore reaping the benefits.

Kendo is sword/stick fighting. They wear a type of armor/face shield and fight with bamboo swords.

T\'ai chi chuan, also called t\'ai chi, consists of a sequence of flowing movements performed very slowly. These movements emphasize posture and the flow of the body\'s energy. Although considered a martial art and consisting of fighting postures, tai chi is used more as a meditation and health technique. In China, millions of people, particularly the elderly, use tai chi daily to improve their health and flexibility. T\'ai chi developed from qigong and shares many of the same concepts of energy cultivation, making it effective for healing and prevention of illness.

Kendo is traditional Japanese sword fighting, teaching students how to use various weapons with agility, speed, and effectiveness. Kendo also emphasizes discipline and ethics.