noun
naginatajutsu; art of the naginata
Refers to the Japanese martial art of wielding the naginata (a pole weapon with a curved blade). Often practiced as a modern sport (新しい武道) as well as a traditional martial art.
See also: なぎなた
彼女は高校で薙刀術を習っています。
She is learning naginatajutsu in high school.
薙刀術の試合は迫力があります。
Naginatajutsu matches are very dynamic.
Compound of 薙刀 (naginata, a type of pole weapon) and 術 (technique, art). The term refers to the martial art centered on the naginata.