Kendo or the "Way of the Sword" holds a special place within the martial arts as one of the few practices tracing back directly to Japan's ancient samurai heritage. Modern students flock to kendo for physically—and mentally—challenging activity that combines traditional martial arts values with strenuous physical activity. His simple, straightforward writing style is especially helpful for beginning students and martial artists from other disciplines who wish to add kendo training to their repertoire.
The core of this kendo book is a series of detailed instructional sequences demonstrating the basic kendo techniques. The author also presents the fundamental principles and philosophy that make kendo as much an exercise of the mind as of the sword. For many adherents, the goal is to train your mind to achieve a state of mushin no-mind. Beyond that, this book also shows you how to win competitions and integrate kendo into your personal fitness routines.
This is the first book to clearly link the philosophical and mental elements of kendo to the physical techniques, thereby enabling readers to gain a holistic understanding of the martial art. It offers a comprehensive training program similar to those given by leading kendo teachers in Japan, past and present. It is a useful guide for beginners as well as seasoned martial artists. Also included is the Kendo, or Japanese sword art and escrimas.
Chung do Kwon is one of the world's most popular martial artists and is excellent for physical fitness, sports and self defense. This is Kendo is a fully illustrated introduction to the traditional art of Japanese fencing—its essential nature and its basic techniques. It is the first kendo book in English to describe and analyze this famous sport. Features include: Over photographs and drawings Origin and History of Kendo Basic Kendo Principles and Techniques Traditions Governing Kendo Etiquette and Technique Important Strikes Offensive and Defensive Positions Training Exercises The paramount point to be remembered in this book on an ancient art is that no one really stops learning more about the people who invented armor and developed combat techniques.
It is our hope that the reader will continue his study beyond the scope of this kendo guide. Bennett Publisher: Univ of California Press ISBN: Category: History Page: View: Kendo is the first in-depth historical, cultural, and political account in English of the Japanese martial art of swordsmanship, from its beginnings in military training and arcane medieval schools to its widespread practice as a global sport today.
Kendo follows the development of Japanese swordsmanship from the aristocratic-aesthetic pretensions of medieval warriors in the Muromachi period, to the samurai elitism of the Edo regime, and then to the nostalgic patriotism of the Meiji state. This updated translation by Theresa M. Moore clarifies the scope and intent of the master's instruction for the average reader while keeping the essence of the text intact.
With essays on the history and background of Musashi's life which changed him from a rebellious youth into a kensei sword saint. These forms are responsible for creating the unique traits and talents which distinguish the Japanese people.
Kata governs virtually all interactions in Japan and remains the key to understanding Japanese customs, business etiquette and daily communication. In seventy short, clear essays ranging from "The Art of Bowing" and "Importance of the Apology" to "The Compulsion for Quality" and "Exchanging Name Cards," De Mente unravels the complexities of Japanese culture by exploring the origin, nature, use and influence of Kata in Japanese life.
By virtually delving into Japanese history and the collective Japanese psyche, readers will experience the modern expressions of this ancient culture and specific way of thinking. Preparing to take a grading is especially motivating compared to regular training. It is, however, also a tremendous disappointment when you fail. There are those who manage to pass each examination without ever failing, and others who reach an impasse. So, what is the difference between these two groups?
If you can figure this out, even just a little, you are one step closer to finding success. There are many things needed for success in an examination, not least of which is impressing the judges with resonating strikes. There is no way to achieve your goal without knowing how to accomplish this. I hope that you will find the information in this small volume useful reference material as you tread down the path of kendo.
Author Alexander Bennett is the ultimate insider—holding multiple black belts in Kendo and Naginata, as well as a Ph. In this book he shares his vast personal experience and knowledge with readers seeking to undertake their own personal quest in the Japanese martial arts. Bennett outlines the Japanese history of Bushido and the Samurai—from early times up until the present. Then, as only someone steeped in this world can, he surveys the contemporary martial arts scene and provides the essential knowledge young foreigners need to find a teacher and learn successfully.
Unlike any other book on this subject, Japan The Ultimate Samurai Guide is written by a Japanese speaker who has studied and taught martial arts in Japan for many decades. This is a very good book about Kendo and Japanese History. A must-read for anyone interested in Japanese Culture. Sep 08, Gideon rated it really liked it. It's not necessarily a guide to the technical side of kendo, the author does write briefly about some basics in the beginning, it is a great summarized guide to the history of kendo and those responsible for it's development.
Nov 13, Nora rated it it was amazing. Even if you don't practice it provides a good outlook on living life as a modern day office samurai of sorts. David Nelson rated it it was amazing Jul 27, David Spacey rated it liked it Apr 28, Greg Duggar rated it really liked it Aug 02, Antonio Bustillo rated it it was amazing Aug 25, X-ray rated it really liked it Nov 10, Dominus rated it liked it Aug 12, Paul Vittay rated it really liked it Apr 04, Fulk rated it really liked it Feb 05, Ruaidhri rated it really liked it Aug 05, Grega rated it really liked it Sep 15, Rich Staley rated it really liked it Feb 27, Cassandra Phoenix rated it liked it Aug 17, Selkie rated it liked it Mar 18, Splitsplat rated it liked it Jan 12, Marci rated it really liked it Oct 31, Corie rated it really liked it Jan 19, Tom Menke rated it really liked it Jan 16, Ann Keller rated it really liked it Jun 13, Arabella Madison rated it liked it Mar 13, Dawn Kelly rated it really liked it Jul 14, Philip rated it it was amazing Jul 02, Xavier rated it liked it Sep 26, Soothill, William Edward and Louis Hodous, eds.
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