This is Kendo
The Art of Japanese Fencing| By: | Junzo Sasamori; Gordon Warner |
| Publisher: | Tuttle Publishing |
| Print ISBN: | 9780804816076 |
| eText ISBN: | 9781462903344 |
| Edition: | 0 |
| Format: | Page Fidelity |
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"An excellent introduction to traditional Japanese swordsmanship."—Daily Yamiuri
This book introduces Kendo, the exhilarating mental and physical sport of Japan that has gained new popularity, with both sexes now participating, its own evolution and the efforts of a remarkable group of teachers it has progressed through the years to its present position as a sport.
This is Kendo is a fully illustrated introduction to the traditional art of Japanese fencing—its essential nature and its basic techniques. It is the first kendo book in English to describe and analyze this famous sport. Features include:
This book introduces Kendo, the exhilarating mental and physical sport of Japan that has gained new popularity, with both sexes now participating, its own evolution and the efforts of a remarkable group of teachers it has progressed through the years to its present position as a sport.
This is Kendo is a fully illustrated introduction to the traditional art of Japanese fencing—its essential nature and its basic techniques. It is the first kendo book in English to describe and analyze this famous sport. Features include:
- Over 100 photographs and drawings
- Origin and History of Kendo
- Basic Kendo Principles and Techniques
- Traditions Governing Kendo Etiquette and Technique
- Important Strikes
- Offensive and Defensive Positions
- Training Exercises