Welcome everyone!

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I am Tibor Balogh, a dedicated admirer of Japanese culture, art and martial arts, who has been passionately researching and cultivating the warrior traditions of the Land of the Rising Sun for decades.

I have been practicing and studying budō since the age of thirteen. The world of Japanese swords has had a particularly profound influence on me: for many years I have collected antique nihontōs, which I have had the opportunity to exhibit on numerous occasions so that others can admire the historical and artistic value of these masterpieces. For me, the Japanese sword is not just a weapon, but the essence of the warrior spirit, technical perfection and centuries-old tradition.

The purpose of creating the Budo Art website is to share this passion and knowledge with those interested in Japanese culture and arts. The writings and translations on the site explore the world of Japanese swords, armour and martial arts - with a special focus on the spirit that has shaped the ideals and way of life of the Samurai over the centuries.

My translations aim to make authentic literature accessible to those less familiar with English. Although I am not a professional translator, I strive for accuracy and beauty, while knowing that the point is to convey knowledge and enrich common interests.

I have been living in England for over a decade, where I started to study Musō Shinden-ryū iaidō under the guidance of my master Bruce Scrivens Hanshi. I am a member of the Dai Nippon Butoku Kai - one of Japan's oldest and largest martial arts organisations - whose values and traditional work are deeply in tune with my own approach.

I have been particularly honoured to have found excellent friends and professional partners in the Hungarian budō community over the years: collectors, restorers and exhibition professionals whose support and friendship is of particular value to me.

I see the study of Japanese culture and art not only as a historical interest, but as a living tradition that forms a bridge between past and present, East and West. I believe that the world of swords, armour and martial arts is not only a material heritage, but also an intellectual heritage that can shape our thinking and our values.