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The Essence Of Okinawan Karatedo,Used
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The Essence Of Okinawan Karatedo Presents The Teachings Of Legendary Martial Arts Master Shoshin Nagamine, Founder Of The Matsubayashi School Of Shorinryu Karatedo.Used For Generations As A Practical And Pictorial Guide, It Contains Over 1,000 Photographs To Document Eighteen Classic Karate Kata (Preset Forms) And Seven Yakusoku Kumite (Prearranged Partner Exercises), As Well As Basic Techniques. This Book Is A Precise And Easily Accessible Pictorial Guide To Performance And Perfection Of Traditional Karate.The Only Book In English With Photos Of One Of The Great Prewar Masters Demonstrating The Proper Execution Of Okinawan Karate, The Essence Of Okinawan Karatedo Is A Bridge Between Karate'S Legendary Past And The Practitioners Of Today. This Intelligent And Imaginative Text Explains The Historical Landmarks In The Development Of Style, Vividly Outlines Its Leading Forms And Techniques, And Recalls Noted Okinawan Karate Men Of The Past, Including The Author'S Teachers Ankichi Arakaki, Choki Motobu, And Chotoku Kyan.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Essence of Okinawan Karate-Do' about? A: This book presents the teachings of Shoshin Nagamine, a legendary martial arts master and founder of the Matsubayashi school of Shorin-ryu karate-do, serving as a practical guide to karate techniques.
- Q: How many photographs are included in the book? A: The book contains over 1,000 photographs that document eighteen classic karate kata and seven yakusoku kumite, making it a detailed pictorial guide.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in karate? A: Yes, 'The Essence of Okinawan Karate-Do' is designed to be accessible for practitioners at all levels, including beginners, as it covers basic techniques and forms.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is available in its original edition, published on September 15, 1998.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Essence of Okinawan Karate-Do'? A: The author is Shoshin Nagamine, a respected figure in the Okinawan karate community.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is published in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 280 pages.
- Q: What historical aspects are covered in the book? A: The book discusses the historical landmarks in the development of karate, highlighting notable figures and their contributions to the art.
- Q: Is this book available in languages other than English? A: The book is primarily available in English, which is significant as it includes photos and teachings from prewar masters.
- Q: What condition is the book in when purchased? A: The book is available in new condition, ensuring that customers receive a quality product.