KODOKAN JUDO: THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO JUDO BY ITS FOUNDER By Jigoro Kano **Mint**

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ISBN-10
4770017995
Publication Name
Kodansha USA
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Paperback
ISBN
9784770017994
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Kodansha America, Incorporated
ISBN-10
4770017995
ISBN-13
9784770017994
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Book Title
Kodokan Judo : the Essential Guide to Judo by Its Founder Jigoro Kano
Number of Pages
264 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Martial Arts & Self-Defense
Publication Year
1994
Illustrator
Yes
Features
New Edition
Genre
Sports & Recreation
Author
Jigoro. Kano
Format
Trade Paperback

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0.7 in
Item Weight
13 Oz
Item Length
7.1 in
Item Width
10.1 in

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LCCN
84-080160
Number of Volumes
1 vol.
Edition Description
New Edition
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Written by the founder of Kodokan judo, Jigoro Kano, this text explains the original concepts and techniques of judo in detail. Judo, or the Way of Gentleness, an ideal form of physical exercise and a reliable system of self-defense, was specially created from traditional Japanese martial arts. This book by the creator of Kodokan judo is uniquely comprehensive and the most authoritative guide to this martial art ever published., Judo, or the Way of Gentleness, an ideal form of physical exercise and a reliable system, of self-defense, was specially created from traditional Japanese martial arts. This book by the creator of Kodokan judo is uniquely comprehensive and the most authoritative guide to this martial art ever published. Over a hundred years ago Jigoro Kano mastered swordsmanship and hand-to-hand combat. Failing to discover any underlying principle, he set about designing a new martial art to reflect the concept of maximum efficiency in the use of physical and mental energy. Today, the concepts and techniques of judo taught at the Kodokan are the ones originally devised by their creator and collected together in this book. Covering everything from the fundamental techniques to prearranged formal exercises for both men and women, the book offers detailed explanations of how techniques are combined in two types of practice: randori (free practice) and kata (the practice of forms). In addition to a discussion of traditional methods of resuscitation, the book concludes with a useful appendix of information on the founder and the Kodokan International Judo Center, and a glossary of judo terminology. Fully illustrated throughout, Kodokan Judo will help students and instructors everywhere to discover the principles, techniques, and spirit of this popular martial art., A bible of the sport explaining all of the major techniques in detail. Includes hundreds of rare photos.
LC Classification Number
GV1114 .K357 1994

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    This text is an essential guide to understanding the history, principles and techniques of judo. It covers the origin of Jigoro Kano and his development of judo as well as detailed accounts of different techniques needed to master the sport. Serious judoka who aspire to get their black belt and teach judo should invest time in reading this book.

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