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Kyudo: The Essence And Practice Of Japanese Archery
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Kyudothe Way Of The Bowis The Oldest Of Japan'S Traditional Martial Arts And The One Most Closely Associated With Bushido, The Way Of The Warrior. After The Second World War Eugen Herrigel Introduced The Concept Of Kyudo To The West In His Classic Zen In The Art Of Japanese Archery. But Until Now, No Japanese Kyudo Master Has Published A Book On His Art In English.In Kyudo: The Essence And Practice Of Japanese Archery, Hideharu Onuma And His American Coauthors, Dan And Jackie Deprospero, Explain In Detail Both The Spiritual And Practical Aspects Of Kyudo. Written With Both Novices And Advanced Students In Mind, The Book Is Presented In Simple, Straightforward Language And Features Hundreds Of Detailed Illustrations, Supplemented By Rare Photographs Of Master Onuma, Clearly Demonstrating The Fundamental Techniques And Daily Practice Of This Form Of Standing Zen.Including Chapters On Equipment And Kyudojo Construction, Kyudo: The Essence And Practice Of Japanese Archery Is The Most Comprehensive Reference Work On The Subject Available. Special Sections On Problem Solving And Shitsu (Errors) Also Make It A Unique Teaching And Learning Resource, And The Concluding Shiteimondo (Teacherstudent Dialogue) Provides Unparalleled Insights Into The Thoughts And Teachings Of A True Master Of The Martial Arts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Kyudo: The Essence and Practice of Japanese Archery'? A: The book focuses on both the spiritual and practical aspects of kyudo, the traditional Japanese martial art of archery, providing insights for both novices and advanced students.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Hideharu Onuma, along with American co-authors Dan and Jackie DeProspero.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn fundamental techniques, daily practices, equipment information, and insights from a master of kyudo, making it a comprehensive resource on the subject.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the book is written with both novices and advanced students in mind, using straightforward language and detailed illustrations.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 176 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'Kyudo: The Essence and Practice of Japanese Archery' published? A: The book was published on July 15, 1993.
- Q: Are there illustrations included in the book? A: Yes, the book features hundreds of detailed illustrations and rare photographs of Master Onuma demonstrating kyudo techniques.
- Q: Does the book include sections on common errors in kyudo? A: Yes, it includes special sections on problem solving and shitsu, which address common errors in practice.
- Q: What makes this book unique compared to other kyudo resources? A: It is the first book on kyudo published in English by a Japanese master, making it a unique teaching and learning resource with unparalleled insights.