A samurai warrior (photo from Akikazu Nakamura)
demonstrating proper body positioning for "missoku", or shakuhachi
esoteric breathing. According to Nakamura, lower the pelvis, while
expanding the abdomen, then inhale and exhale. By keeping the body
still, one's spatial awareness and five senses are heightened and increased.
Wearing loose-fitting robes/clothes/kimono helps in this matter.