Modern Iaijutsu

A newer style of iaijutsu is Toyama-ryu battojutsu. This is a style originating in the late 19th century, and was taught primarily to officers in the Second World War. It is different from the older styles in the sense that it favours quick and sudden, rather than smooth and deliberate, movements. Neither the older styles nor Toyama-ryu can be said to be more effective.