Mastering the samurai sword : a full-color, step-by-step guide

著者

    • Nemeroff, Cary

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Mastering the samurai sword : a full-color, step-by-step guide

Cary Nemeroff

Tuttle Pub., c2008

1st ed

  • : pbk

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ISBN 9784805312964

目次

  • The History of the Samurai Sword
  • Iai‐Jutsu and Ken‐Jutsu
  • Knowing the Sword
  • Selecting the Right Equipment for Practice
  • Samurai Attire
  • Saho(Formal Etiquette)
  • Sword Holds
  • Ken‐Jutsu
  • Suburi(Cutting)
  • Uke‐Waza(Blocking and Evasive Techniques)
  • Ukemi and Shikko−Waza(Falling and Knee‐Walking Techniques)
  • Iai‐Jutsu
  • Katas(Standing Forms)
  • Seiza Katas(Kneeling Forms)

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: pbk ISBN 9780804839556

内容説明

People the world over are fascinated by the legends of the fearsome Japanese samurai warriors and their skill with the sword. While the samurai themselves may no longer exist, the enduring legacy of samurai swordsmanship lives on. It is still taught and used today in the martial arts iai-jutsu and ken-jutsu. "Mastering the Samurai Sword" is an indispensable guide to the intriguing and challenging skills of the samurai. A perfect introduction to the samurai sword, this instructional guide not only covers the history, evolution and philosophy of the classic samurai weapon, but also provides practical guidance for mastering the samurai sword yourself. Beginners will learn everything from proper attire and behavior in the dojo to how they might practice at home, while more experienced users of the samurai sword will find a new appreciation for the deeper meaning and tradition behind the graceful way of the sword.
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ISBN 9784805312964

内容説明

Memorialized in countless books and movies, the history of Japan's fearsome samurai warriors is known all over the world. Who can forget these Japanese masters' skills with the sword? Today, samurai warriors no longer exist, but their legacy of swordsmanship endures. Now, the way of the samurai sword is learned in the martial arts Iaijutsu and Kenjutsu. This book is the perfect introduction to using this beautiful and ancient weapon. In "Mastering the Samurai Sword," you'll learn the sword's fascinating history, its evolution, and the philosophy behind its use. You'll also learn practical guidance for mastering the sword itself. Full-color, step-by-step photographs detail many of the most useful and famous samurai moves, including: drawing the samurai swordguard positions, cutting blows, and blockingfalling and rolling techniques, and evasive strategiesstanding forms and kneeling formsAll of the martial arts techniques discussed in the book are performed for readers in an instructional DVD to help you perfect your form. Beginners will learn everything from proper attire and behavior in the dojo to how they might practice at home, while more experienced samurai swordspeople will find a new appreciation for the deeper meaning and tradition behind the graceful way of the sword.

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詳細情報

  • NII書誌ID(NCID)
    BA90219100
  • ISBN
    • 9780804839556
    • 9784805312964
  • LCCN
    2008005618
  • 出版国コード
    si
  • タイトル言語コード
    eng
  • 本文言語コード
    eng
  • 出版地
    Singapore ; Tokyo
  • ページ数/冊数
    viii, 211 p.
  • 大きさ
    28 cm.
  • 付属資料
    1 DVD-ROM (4 3/4 in.)
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