Karate Fighting Techniques

Author: 金澤弘和
Publisher: Kodansha International
ISBN: 9784770028723
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 212

Book Description
This title teaches all the various kumite techniques, and presents a systematic approach to applied kumite that is designed to provide essential information for match-style kumite and tournament kumite. Hirokazu Kanazawa is the renowned karate master in the world today, and a close disciple of Gichin Funakoshi, the father of modern karate and founder of the Shotokan School. Having earned his impressive reputation in Hawaii, the mainland United States, and Europe as an official trainer for the Japan Karate Association, Kanazawa founded Shotokan Karate-do International

Shotokan Karate Kata

Author: Joachim Grupp
Publisher: Meyer & Meyer Verlag
ISBN: 1841260916
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 154

Book Description
A Kata is fighting, self-defence, precision and dynamic force all in one. It represents a fascinating multitude of logical, sequential techniques, with which the Karateka can demonstrate what he can do regarding his body control, powers of persuasion, perfection and fighting spirit. The repertoire of Shotokan Karate contains 26 Kata in all. The Master Kata described in this work belong to the advanced part of the repertoire and carry on from the 17 basic and advanced Kata introduced in Volume 1. This then completes the list of all the Shotokan Karate Kata. There are 9 Kata with Bunkai in this book: Sochin, Meikyo, Chinte, KankuSho, Wankan, Ji'in, Jitte, Gankaku, Unsu. There are approximately 600 photographs and detailed descriptions, which allow a deeper understanding of the Kata and their application. Armed with this information, it should be easy now for the Karateka to be able to improve himself in his routine training, grading tests and competition.

Best Karate, Vol.4

Author: Masatoshi Nakayama
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1568364652
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This book complements volume 3 of this series and, like the earlier volume, includes writings of masters of the martial arts to guide the student toward spiritual awareness and mental maturity. It places kumite in perspective, relating it to training as a whole.

Best Karate

Author: Masatoshi Nakayama
Publisher: Kodansha
ISBN: 9780870117589
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 148

Book Description
This volume is one of a series presenting all karate and "kumite" practicedy the Japan Karate Association. Each chapter contains photographs of annstructor of the Association executing a certain technique.

The Shotokan Karate Bible 2nd edition

Author: Ashley P. Martin
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1472914139
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 226

Book Description
An authoritative text supporting the newcomer to karate with all they need to know, up to black belt level. Packed with photographs detailing techniques and kata (the combinations of techniques students need to master to progress through the belts) this book is designed to take the student step by step through the progression of Shotokan Karate, taking each belt in turn. Photographs and clear instructions take you step by step through the kata. Karate is a martial art that focuses on the application of strikes using predominantly the hands and feet. It originated in Japan and has become popular throughout the world. There are many styles of karate but the most widely practised outside of Japan is Shotokan Karate. Training in karate is normally divided into three sections: the basic technique; kata, or sequencing of techniques to imaginary opponents; and kumite, the sparring done with an opponent. In total there are ten gradings to be passed in order to get a black belt - this, on average takes a student four years to attain. This book covers all the training needed to attain a black belt. This new edition includes brand new material on partner work, more grading tips to help you avoid making common mistakes, and new footwork diagrams to help you understand the movements better. An indispensable guide.

Keinosuke Enoeda

Author: Rod Butler
Publisher: Blue Island Publishing
ISBN: 9780954694715
Category : Karate
Languages : en
Pages : 220

Book Description

Channan

Author: Elmar T. Schmeisser
Publisher: Trafford Publishing
ISBN: 1412013577
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 126

Book Description
Unlocking the secrets of the Karate Kata, Elmar Schmeisser meticulously explores the core of Shotokan's Heian Kata. This text is a "must-have" for any serious karate student who wants to truly understand how Kata works and where real applications seem "hidden".

The Twenty Guiding Principles of Karate

Author: Gichin Funakoshi
Publisher: Kodansha International
ISBN: 9784770027962
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 140

Book Description
The legendary 20 guiding principles of karate penned by Funakoshi have been circulating for years but have never been published until now. Accompanied by rare photos and original calligraphy, this long-awaited treatise is a provocative and long overdue read for martial arts enthusiasts and followers of karate.

Black Belt Karate

Author: Hirokazu Kanazawa
Publisher: Kodansha International
ISBN: 9784770027757
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 246

Book Description
A Japanese-American pilot in the days before Pearl Harbor is the hero of this novel which illuminates the tensions between the U.S. and Japan as war between them became inevitable. The hero, Ken Kurushima, is torn by his loyalty to both countries.

空手型全書

Author: Hirokazu Kanazawa
Publisher: Kodansha
ISBN: 9784770030900
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 239

Book Description
The martial art of Karate is one of the many facets of Japanese traditional culture that has been embraced worldwide. This book explains all the important Karate kata, illustrated with photos and detailed text by the author. It also explains in depth some of the more difficult aspects of Karate for learners to master, including steps, breathing, and pressure points, among others. Kata needs to be practiced repeatedly on an individual basis, and this book is written with such training in mind.