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The Essence Of Budo

Hardback

Main Details

Title The Essence Of Budo
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Matsaaki Hatsumi
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:242
Dimensions(mm): Height 268,Width 200
Category/GenreOriental martial arts
ISBN/Barcode 9781568364629
ClassificationsDewey:796.815
Audience
General
Edition 2nd edition
Illustrations 1 Illustrations, unspecified

Publishing Details

Publisher Kodansha America, Inc
Imprint Kodansha America, Inc
Publication Date 21 December 2012
Publication Country United States

Description

Budo is the spiritual way of the martial arts that all practitioners must follow if they are to be true martial artists. In this book, Masaaki Hatsumi explores the very essence of Budo, and demonstrates an array of important techniques relating to this essence, explaining how the concept of Budo transcends any one combat technique and is at the core of all the many martial arts developed in Japan. The author also reveals secret techniques and the hidden principles of the martial arts, and elucidates the words of his master, Toshitsugu Takamatsu, on Budo and life. Including many photos, works of calligraphy, illustrations, and documents on the martial arts and their role in Japanese culture, The Essence of Budo will resonate with practitioners of all martial traditions including judo, Aikido, karatedo, kendo, kenjutsu, jujutsu, and other fighting sports.

Author Biography

After progressing through various martial arts, Masaaki Hatsumi became the 34th Grandmaster of Togakure-ry Ninjutsu and eight other arts, which he unified into the Bujinkan system. Hatsumi has taught thousands of students and instructed law enforcement agencies all over the world, receiving numerous accolades from politicians and spiritual leaders of many nationalities. He is also the author of numerous books and DVDs on ninjutsu and budo.