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ABC ARCHERY - Kyudo: The Essence and Practice of Japanese Archery (Bushido--The Way of the Warrior)
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List Price: $35.00
Our Price: $23.10
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Manufacturer: Kodansha International
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Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 799.320952
EAN: 9784770017345
ISBN: 4770017340
Label: Kodansha International
Manufacturer: Kodansha International
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 176
Publication Date: 1993-07-15
Publisher: Kodansha International
Studio: Kodansha International
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Kyudo-the Way of the Bow-is 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 co-authors, 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 (teacher-student dialogue) provides unparalleled insights into the thoughts and teachings of a true master of the martial arts.
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Summary: wonderful!
Comment: I have no understanding or training in Kyudo (I am ranked in Kenjutsu - Japanese swordsmanship), and have purchased this book in order to practice with my new bow, and add a new level to my Budo training.
The wonderful sketches, explanation and pictures are no replacement for a real teacher, but this book is as close as possible to it. Detailed forms of the draw and shot, explanation of common mistakes, graphs of missed shots and what mistake in the correct form they reflect.
I recommend this book the kyudo practitioners, and want-to-be practitioners - A great way to connect yourself to the Japanese way of the bow.
Just remember - the first step is to stop fearing the bow...
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Summary: History, application, and techniques all in one
Comment: This book was great because it gives the reader, the history of the Japanese bow, and how the culture of Bushido arose.
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Summary: Great book, fun and an easy read.
Comment: Fun book if you want to not only learn the art of Japaneese long bow, but the history as well.
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Summary: Art, Tradition and Spirit
Comment: In Kyudo: The Essence and Practice of Japanese Archery (Bushido--The Way of the Warrior)yuo'll find the lost way in our every day life. Life as arrows, may flight to the tag or may be broken.
With a lots of pictures and explanations about Zen Archery, this book is a great deal.
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Summary: very good introduction
Comment: i knew nothing about kyudo and found this book to be very helpful. Concise and easy to read without too much mumbo-jumbo. After reading the book, I just might try the sport
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