Conclusions
When I asked about the integration of Japanese and Little Italy architecture, Don Sensei was quick to point out that while Aikido and the dojo take a lot from Japanese culture, it is because the philosophy and culture share much in common. But the founder believed that Aikido was ultimately an international style. You didn't have to try and be Japanese with those cultural ethics. Sensei believes that anyone can benefit from the lessons contained within. Within the architecture, much is inspired and informed by Japanese architecture but modified for Canada. For example bricks would not be used in traditional Japanese architecture, but it is in line with the ethos of that style. By focusing on the ideas instead of only strict tradition, Budo has evolved and consolidated into many different cultures, especially as it was driven away from Japan post World War Two. This flexibility creates interesting phenomena and unique situations (practical and cultural) as the two cultures integrate within each other.
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