Aikido Terminology - An Essential Reference Tool In Both English and Japanese, is the most comprehensive Aikido Terminology book currently in existence. It includes a description of all fundamental Aikido terms, the Japanese kanji characters as used in Aikido, their meaning, a phonetic guide and cross-reference to a kanji guidebook for those who wish to study further. The body of text is conveniently broken down into logical categories: stances, grasps, strikes, falls & rolls, fundamental techniques, various Aikido actions, body parts, weapons, Aiki-wear, ranks, special training and miscellaneous items. Most importantly, all terms are quickly and conveniently referenced by two complete indexes located at the end of the book. The result is the most useful Aikido Terminology book on the market. It is an indispensable tool for all practitioners of Aikido. Enjoy.
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The book is broken down into the following logical categories: stances, grasps, strikes, falls and rolls, fundamental techniques, various Aikido actions, body parts, weapons, Aiki-wear, ranks, special training times, and finally, miscellaneous items that do not fit into any of the above categories. Read the first page
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The book is broken down into the following logical categories: stances, grasps, strikes, falls and rolls, fundamental techniques, various Aikido actions, body parts, weapons, Aiki-wear, ranks, special training times, and finally, miscellaneous items that do not fit into any of the above categories. Read the first page
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By D. BELL
Format:Paperback
This book provides the japanese terms relating to aikido both in phonetic English and Japanese kanji - it even has the furigana (small hiragana breaking down the kanji's pronunciation). This must have been a labour of love by the author; it's self-published, but to a professional standard, is sensibly laid out and clear. Although not sharing all the same terms of reference as the school of aikido I practise, the majority are there and as a student of Japanese language as well it is doubly useful (as martial arts terms do not feature in standard dictionaries)! Well worth the price.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Pwj Hammond
Format:Paperback
Not the best book on the subject but there are some interesting items. Appears to be based on the authors visit to Japan and has a few gaps. It would certainly aid new aikidoka to learn the basic terminology. It is a pity that many clubs are not using japanese descriptions for techniques, perhaps reading this book would encourage them to do so.
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A Very Useful Book on Aikido
21 Dec 2005
By Mel Miel
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Format:Paperback
I have been practicing aikido for 13 years and I still don't understand some of the Japanese Aikido Terminology. It's a good thing that Michael Taylor published this book because it helped me understand them. This book covers all of the Japanese words used in aikido with its kanji character, meaning in english, and pronounciation in an easy to use manner.
This book is not a technical book on aikido techniques but a terminology guide of japanese words used in Aikido just like a dictionary.
I highly recommed this book to all practitioners of aikido who wants to deepen their understanding of aikido by knowing the meaning of Japanese Words used in Aikido.
This book is not a technical book on aikido techniques but a terminology guide of japanese words used in Aikido just like a dictionary.
I highly recommed this book to all practitioners of aikido who wants to deepen their understanding of aikido by knowing the meaning of Japanese Words used in Aikido.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Book for Aikidoka
14 Jan 2007
By Old Dog
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Format:Paperback
This book contains terminology, pics and all those terms that sometimes you have heard at the dojo but were afraid to ask how to pronounce or write correctly. In addition it has the kanji for the terms, which helps a lot if you plan to travel to Japan to train- since not all dojo have terms spelled out in "romaji." I used it in order to prepare for a trip to train in Japan and found it invaluable. I highly recommend this book, whether you are a beginner or an advanced level student.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars
So much was left out...
22 July 2010
By William Bryan Harrell III
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I am amazed by the five star rating for this book as the author left out so many terms that a true beginner would want and need to know. I was very disappointed with the severe limitation of this book. What happen to "tenkan", "tenshin", "kaiten", as an example, which is very basic and important foot work?
I would not and do not recommend this book.
I would not and do not recommend this book.
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