Black Belt

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Languages : en
Pages : 152

Book Description
The oldest and most respected martial arts title in the industry, this popular monthly magazine addresses the needs of martial artists of all levels by providing them with information about every style of self-defense in the world - including techniques and strategies. In addition, Black Belt produces and markets over 75 martial arts-oriented books and videos including many about the works of Bruce Lee, the best-known marital arts figure in the world.

Budo

Author: Morihei Ueshiba
Publisher: Kodansha
ISBN: 9784770020703
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 152

Book Description
Budo Teachings of the Founder of Aikido Ueshiba is a Kodansha International publication.

Modern Bujutsu & Budo

Author: Donn F. Draeger
Publisher: Weatherhill, Incorporated
ISBN:
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 210

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Koryu Bujutsu

Author: Diane Skoss
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781890536046
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 196

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Classical Weaponry of Japan

Author: Serge Mol
Publisher: Kodansha International
ISBN: 9784770029416
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 226

Book Description
Classic Weaponry Of Japan is a Kodansha International publication.

Classical Budo

Author: Donn F. Draeger
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
ISBN: 0834802341
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 129

Book Description
Donn Draeger was one of the most famous and well-respected martial artists of the twentieth century, and he was a pioneer in bringing Asian martial arts study to the West. Here, he illuminates the compelling historical, political, and philosophical events that gave rise to the development of the budo arts. The classical budo, or "martial ways" are not combat systems like their forerunner, bujutsu, or "martial arts"; nor are they sports like modern judo, kendo, or karate. They are first and foremost spiritual disciplines, whose ultimate goal, achieved through the most rigorous mental and physical training, is self-realization in the tradition of Zen Buddhism. The author details the history, philosophy, and methods of a variety of these "martial ways," some using weapons and some weaponless, and reveals how they evolved from their combative roots. The book includes fascinating artwork from classical sources, and archival photographs of modern budo masters in action.

Rediscovering Budo

Author: Roald Knutsen
Publisher: Rediscovering
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Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 296

Book Description
This book will be widely welcomed by more serious Budo practitioners who are concerned more about substance rather than style and will thereby gain valuable insight into the mindset of Japan's unique warrior culture.

Jo

Author: Dave Lowry
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
ISBN: 9780897501163
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 200

Book Description
The jo appears to be the lowliest of all tools--an ordinary length of wood--yet it’s an exceptional weapon. While no one speaks of famous jo makers the way they do of sword smiths, the jo is capable of snapping the best swords ever forged. Packed with information on correct grips, stances, postures and etiquette, the book also outlines striking methods, combination techniques, and a 31-count formal solo exercise called tandoku renshu, making it the ultimate resource for those who appreciate Japan’s most subtle weapon.

Black Belt

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Languages : en
Pages : 152

Indigenous Sports History and Culture in Asia

Author: Fan Hong
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1000461696
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 175

Book Description
This is the first book in English that adopts a critical socio-historical perspective to examine the important themes and challenges of Asian indigenous culture and sport. Written by leading sport historians and scholars, the chapters in the book contain real-life case studies and comparative studies in Asian sport. The book examines the history, contemporary governance and management, gender, and ethnic issues embedded in folk sports and physical culture, and the challenges faced by Asian indigenous sports and their evolution. Based on cutting-edge research from China, Japan, Korea, Israel and beyond, this book will be a valuable addition to any course in sport history, sport culture, sport development and sport sociology. It will stimulate those who are seeking ways to promote and develop indigenous sports, from intangible cultural heritage protection to global sport partnership. It will also be of interest to students, researchers, and practitioners, who wish to understand the changing face of Asian society and Asian indigenous sport. The chapters in this book were originally published as a special issue of The International Journal of the History of Sport.