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Meaning of the pleats of the Hakama The pleats of the hakama each have a meaning. Here are the generally accepted meanings for Kendo. There are other interpretations of the meaning of the pleats.      Go    Rin    Go   Jyo Five Fundamental Knowledge   Hakama 1. Jin Mercy 2. Gi Righteousness 3. Rei Etiquette 4. Chi Intelligence 5. Shin Trust *   =   * Makoto = Chu-Kou  Loyalty/Allegiance                      (respect for your parents)

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