Kendo

The Definitive Guide

Hiroshi Ozawa, Tamiko Yamaguchi, Angela Turzynski

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Kodansha America, Inc
28 March 2017

Combat sports & self-defence; Fencing; Oriental martial arts

Kendo-the Way of the Sword-is one of the oldest of Japan's martial arts and the one most closely associated with the samurai. Immortalized in the action movies of Akira Kurosawa and in the bestselling novel Musashi, Kendo-originally a form of swordsmanship-has in recent years developed into a popular and highly competitive sport enjoyed by thousands of men and women around the world.

Kendo- The Definitive Guide is the first book in English to provide a practical and truly comprehensive approach to the subject. Everything that the novice needs to know, from basic information about purchasing, wearing, and maintaining essential equipment to competing in international tournaments, is explained in simple, straightforward language. Step-by-step explanations of fundamental techniques to be mastered to attain black belt level are illustrated in easy-to-follow line drawings.

With appendices giving the rules at international competitions and important information about Kendo clubs outside Japan, Kendo is the definitive guide for all non-Japanese Kendoists. A special section about the history and development of this martial art and guidelines for running practice sessions also make it a unique resource for all teachers of Kendo.

The definitive guide includes-

basic Kendo principles and techniques official International Kendo Federation regulations list of Kendo clubs and national associations around the world.

By: Hiroshi Ozawa
Illustrated by: Tamiko Yamaguchi
Translated by: Angela Turzynski
Imprint: Kodansha America, Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 265mm, Width: 190mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 780g
ISBN: 9781568365800
ISBN 10: 1568365802
Pages: 184
Publication Date: 28 March 2017
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

HIROSHI OZAWA is an associate professor at the Science University of Tokyo and Kendo kyoshi, 7th dan. He was born in Saitama prefecture in 1950 into a highly respected Kendo family which was instrumental in incorporating Kendo into the physical education curriculum as a core subject. He makes regular trips abroad to demonstrate and teach Kendo, and also writes books about samurai ethics.

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Kendo

The Definitive Guide

Hiroshi Ozawa, Tamiko Yamaguchi, Angela Turzynski

$85

Hardback

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