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Kata, the formal exercises of karate training, were the essence of practice in Okinawa and China, and are the core training method even today.
Detailed here in 1500 sequential photos are the five Heian and three Tekki kata, mastery of which is necessary to attain first dan.
Demonstrated by the author and Yoshiharu Osaka.
Detailed here in 1500 sequential photos are the five Heian and three Tekki kata, mastery of which is necessary to attain first dan.
Demonstrated by the author and Yoshiharu Osaka.
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Covers all 5 Heian and 3 Tekki katas which get the beginner a long way.
The photos are very comprehensive. Each move is accompanied by several photos showing movement into and out of the poses. There are also overhead photos for each pose which help a great deal with stances and foot placement. At the end of each kata section are extra photos with additional "important points" which are helpful, though some are a little obscure.
Accompanying the photos for each move are Japanese and English descriptions. The Japanese descriptions are VERY full (e.g. migi ken migi sokumen gedan barai) and a bit heavy going, but there is a glossary at the back and there is always the English to compare it with - nice touch.
My sensei teaches these katas with very slight variations from those shown by Nakayama sensei. This may be true of your sensei too, so beware of it.
My quibbles with this book are very minor, and it is the best I have found illustrating the early kata. It was a great help in getting me up to scratch in Heian Yondan and beginning with Heian Godan and well worth the cost.
Final caveat! These books are a good guide but cannot replace personal instruction....
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is by far the best value as far as picture explanations of basic kata. Nakayama Sensei uses many pictures, which can get a bit confusing at times, but are very helpful for understanding detailed movements. At the end of each kata he presents a special section on the hardest part of each kata. Highlights include Heian nidan, Heian Yondan, and, Tekki Shodan. The photographs are clear and the ext is easy to read.
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Each kata is thoroughly explained, each technique described by its full name, each movement carefully depicted. Of course nobody expects to learn Karate only from books, but this one is really good help to improve.
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Essential reading for any practicing karateka
This book is a classic. Well compiled.
Its excellent for reference and for practising katas at home when one doesn't have one's sensei attention. Read more
Its excellent for reference and for practising katas at home when one doesn't have one's sensei attention. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Mr T
Best of the Best?
For decades, this book has been the definitive kata reference book for Shotokan Karate. Mr Nakayama was the Chief Instructor of the Japan Karate Association (JKA) for many years... Read more
Published on 14 Jan 2008 by Oberon Stark
A must for all students of Shotokan Karate
In my opinion this entire series is invaluable for anyone studying Shotokan Karate. Although nothing compares to the direct experience one gains from watching kata, and studying it... Read more
Published on 16 May 2000
Your reference search ends here...
Best Karate is THE definitive reference manual for the praticing karataka. This book covers all of the Heian katas as well as Tekki.
Published on 22 July 1997
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