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If you've been around koryu folk for any time at all, you will have heard of what many refer to as the "Holy Grail" of books on Japanese swordsmanship, Otake Risuke's The Deity and the Sword. This 3-volume set detailing the curriculum of the Tenshinsho-den Katori Shinto-ryu was originally published 30 years ago...
The ideal weapon for self-defense is a stick. To find a comprehensive system of techniques using the stick, we must turn to the East, for systems known to the West have fallen into disuse. In this book, the techniques of Kukishin Ryu - an ancient Japanese method - have been updated and adapted for use today...
This illuminating book outlines the essential principles and techniques that define the art of ground fighting in most martial arts. Expertly written and designed by the author of the 1136 page Hapkido (widely acclaimed the most comprehensive book ever written on a single martial art) this exceptional work will enrich your training, regardless of style, and deepen your understanding of the unique qualities embodied in your own martial art.
This illuminating book outlines the essential principles and techniques that define the art of holding in most martial arts. Expertly written and designed by the author of the 1136 page Hapkido (widely acclaimed the most comprehensive book ever written on a single martial art) this exceptional work will enrich your training, regardless of style, and deepen your understanding of the unique qualities embodied in your own martial art.
This illuminating book outlines the essential principles and techniques that define the art of striking in most martial arts. Expertly written and designed by the author of the 1136 page Hapkido (widely acclaimed the most comprehensive book ever written on a single martial art) this exceptional work will enrich your training, regardless of style, and deepen your understanding of the unique qualities embodied in your own martial art.
The Warrior's Primer of Daidoji Yuzan. Written in the 1720's this book might be considered the more mainline in thought as opposed to the Hagakure. It was certainly the most widely read by the warrior class during the last great period of warrior rule in Japan. Budoshoshinshu gives the samurai guidance in almost every aspect of his life as a warrior. It is a valuable addition to any library on feudal era Japan and the Samurai legacy. Softcover, 128 pages.
An excellent book on Iai covering many aspects of Iai-do as well as chapters examining and servicing the sword, uniform procedure, proper sword procedure, seppuku, sword testing, kenjutsu kata, and Chusingura (The Story of the Loyal Forty-Seven Ronin). Ilustrated profusely with drawings including cuts made on a human body that were used for testing a sword. Softcover, 257 pages.
Predecessor of Judo and precursor of today's ultimate fighting styles, Jujitsu is a martial art developed by the elite samurai class during Japan's feudal era. For centuries, this method of unarmed self-defense proved so successful in comabt that it was kept secret and taught to a select few. Based on the author's study with instructors of the Tokyo police department, this book features the traditional techniques of Jujitsu, also known as ju jutsu. It addresses and demonstrates Kaisho Goshin Budo Taiho Jitsu ryu. Specific techniques covered include the use of hands, throwing an opponent, attacking vital points with strikes and kicks and the use of weapons such as the staff. Softbound.
Kyudo is a deeply rooted tradition. It not only continues to enjoy wide spread popularity in Japan, it is also attracting the interest of more and more foreigners, in much the same manner as Japan's distinctive sports, such as judo, sumo, kendo and karate. Kyudo: The Japanese Art of Archery offers a concise description of kyudo by an ardent American enthusiast...
