The Essence Of Budo (Hardcover, 2nd edition)

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.

General

Imprint:	Kodansha America
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	December 2012
First published:	December 2012
Authors:	Matsaaki Hatsumi
Dimensions:	270 x 200 x 25mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - Cloth over boards
Pages:	240
Edition:	2nd edition
ISBN-13:	978-1-56836-462-9
Categories:	Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation > Combat sports & self-defence > Oriental martial arts > General
LSN:	1-56836-462-8
Barcode:	9781568364629

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