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Karate-Do Kyohan : The Master Text by Gichin Funakoshi (1973, Hardcover)
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LATER PRINTING (22nd) SIGNED by translator (Ohshima, Tsutomu) hardcover in mylar protected dust jacket.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherKodansha America, Incorporated
ISBN-100870111906
ISBN-139780870111907
eBay Product ID (ePID)265295
Product Key Features
Book TitleKarate-Do Kyohan : the Master Text
Number of Pages268 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1973
TopicMartial Arts & Self-Defense
FeaturesNew Edition
IllustratorYes
GenreSports & Recreation
AuthorGichin Funakoshi
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.1 in
Item Weight20 oz
Item Length7.3 in
Item Width10.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN72-090228
Dewey Edition19
Number of Volumes1 vol.
Dewey Decimal796.8/153
Edition DescriptionNew Edition
SynopsisNineteen kata ("forms") of karate-the art of self-defense without weapons-are presented here in complete detail. They are the ones selected by the great master and teacher, Gichin Funakoshi, to give comprehensive training in Karate-do, the way of karate. Fully illustrated demonstrations by the translator cover not only every technique of the kata but also the fundamentals and applications: how to make a fist; the correct form of the open hand; preliminary training in blocking, striking and kicking; the seven stances; and sparring. The author presents, besides kata that he himself originated, beginning and advanced kata from both the Shorei school and the Shorin school, the former remarkable for their forcefulness and development of strength, the latter characterized by their gracefulness and lightning swiftness. This book, the most comprehensive and authoritative ever published, was being revised by the author shortly before his death in 1957, at the age of eighty-eight, and is translated for the first time. Through his advice on both practical and spiritual aspects of training, the master guides the student from techniques to the Way of karate. Complementing the English edition are illustrations of National Treasures from Kofuku-ji and Todai-ji temples in Nara and Master Funakoshi's calligraphy. Karate, whose value for the well-rounded development of strength, coordination and agility is scientifically validated, can be practiced at any time and in any place, for any length of time, by men and women of all ages, and requires no special equipment. It also fosters the development of spiritual qualities: courage, courtesy, integrity, humility and self-control. Gichin Funakoshi's karate books, the first published in 1922, are landmarks, for the development of this martial art in Okinawa was shrouded in secrecy, and almost no records of its early history, dating back more than a thousand years to the Shao-lin Temple in Hunan Province, China, exist. Karate-do Kyohan is a book that lives up to its title: it is in truth the master text for karate instruction at all levels and in all aspects of technique and character development., In the tradition of oral instruction of karate technique and character development, the "father of modern karate" explains formal kata exercises in complete detail., In the tradition of oral instruction of karate technique and character development, this text explains formal kata exercises in detail. Nineteen kata' ('forms') of karate - the art of self-defense without weapons - are presented here in complete detail. They are the ones selected by the great master and teacher, Gichin Funakoshi, to give comprehensive training in Karate-do, the way of karate.'
LC Classification NumberGV476.F8413
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- Mar 24, 2020
Kyohan
Excellent book on Karate with history and technique. Should be studied by all true students of Karate.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- May 18, 2024
Great traditional Karate-Do textbook. It is a good supplemental aid the instruction and practice.
Great traditional Karate-Do textbook. It is a good supplemental aid the instruction and practice.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Sep 14, 2016
A must for Shotokan students
This is the book to have if you are a serious Shotokan student. The katas are here so there are no self-expression moves added by various Senseis. A great treasure.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jul 29, 2022
Karate Do kyohan
Iam 60 and started again to practice Shotokan karate and I recommend this book because got all you need to practice the katas from beginning.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Aug 16, 2021
Good book for brown and black belt
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- Jul 26, 2022
Karate -do kyohan
Good reading for any karate student or instructor. Interesting katas .Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Mar 09, 2021
Shotokan Karate
Great book if you are interested in traditional Shotokan karate.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- May 16, 2025
Great price
Condition was better than expected.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Sep 30, 2019
quality text in exellent condition
totally exceeded my expectationsVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Dec 17, 2015
Karate do
Exelent book,is a necessary text for all serious practitioner of karate do. Contain history and instruction for be a good Karateka.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
