Looking at a Far Mountain: A Study of Kendo Kata (Tuttle Martial Arts)
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Book Overview
Derived from the ancient Japanese warrior art of the sword and imbued with the principles of Zen Buddhism, kendo has now gained worldwide popularity for its appealing combination of sport and... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0804832455
ISBN13:9780804832458
Release Date:January 2000
Publisher:Tuttle Publishing
Length:128 Pages
Weight:0.56 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 7.0" x 9.9"
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
If you want better information you need to go to Japan
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
This book contains detailed information on the kendo katas. It has all the notes one would like to have on how to perform each one. With this I do not need to worry about taking notes after classes and I can focus on performance. I especially like the shidachi and the uchidachi shown in opposing pages, so one can view the complete sequence at a glance. It also have interesting historical information with pictures. This book is a "must have" to practice far from Japan.
Kendo Kata
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
This is a very informative book for those kenshi studying the Nihon Kendo Kata. Most do not devote enough time to the study and practice of the kata and this book is a valuable aid for this purpose.
A Very Fine study of Kendo Kata and Philosophy...
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
...this is just a very well done book, appealing to the eyes and full of useful information. Importantly, it covers the kata of kendo and presents them in a meaningful way. A well done volume which goes beyond the basic repetitive kendo books which have been "done before". What a delight that this volume was finally reprinted! Enjoy!
A view from Japan
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
Being Japanese it is easy for me to read about Kendo, as there are many books on this subject available in my home country. 'Looking at a far Mountain', or 'Enzan No metsuke' Is the first book in English to study the aspects of Kata in depth. I first discovered it back in 1992 at its first publication. I found it to be extremely informative historically and clear in the technical explanation. The format is unusual, each section following the photographic layout.i.e. Uchidachi and Shidachi and I must say that I really appreciate the endeavours of the author. I am positive that this book, now available in paperback will inform and assist many practitioners of Kendo everywhere Signed: M Itoh.
A Must-Have for Kenshi
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
This book is the perfect companion for anyone interested in Kendo, and more specifically, the kata associated with it. Kata seems to be one of the least written about aspects of Kendo, and by purchasing this book, one is able to improve their kata quite a bit. A must have for Kenshi!
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