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This resource on the techniques and philosophy behind pure Okinawan karate presents the teachings of Shoshin Nagamine, the last of the legendary pre-war karate masters. It includes many photographs detailing the correct way to perform and perfect the movements of the 18 classic Okinawan Kata.
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Movements in karate are divided into the basics, which make up the kata (forms), and the intermediate techniques, which are woven into the kata for use in kumite (sparring). Read the first page
Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Index | Back Cover
Movements in karate are divided into the basics, which make up the kata (forms), and the intermediate techniques, which are woven into the kata for use in kumite (sparring). Read the first page
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
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Original Okinawa Karate & Kata Bible in English,
By Terry Tozer "TJSKA.com" (Reading, Bracknell, Brighton & Hove, UK) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER) (REAL NAME)
This review is from: The Essence of Okinawan Karate-do (Paperback)
Shoshin Nagamine's book is invaluable to anyone who studies Shorin-ryu Karate, or a school related to or derived from Shorin-ryu (& Shotokan). Although Nagamine's volume was originally published in English in 1976, it still sets the standard for other books on the subject of Okinawan karate (I don't know of any English volume as thorough on this subject).
It's also the only English language Shorin-ryu manual to include complete demonstrations of ALL 18 kata of this style, all of which are demonstrated by Mr. Nagamine himself (photos, foot position & stepping diagrams, and narrative). They include: Fugyu Kata I & II, Pinan 1 through 5, Naihanchi 1-3, Ananku, Wankan, Rohai, Wanshu, Passai, Gojushiho, Chinto, and Kusanku. Practitioners of styles such as Shotokan and Tang Soo Do will enjoy comparing these older versions of the forms with those they practice today. This is one of the few books on Karate which could benefit a practitioner at either the basic OR advanced levels, due to the amount and depth of information included within. Another attractive feature of this book is the excellent autobiography which Mr. Nagamine includes. He writes about personal aspects of his life, his interest in karate and other martial arts (he was also a skilled judoka), and includes a subsection on each of his teachers describing his experience and what he learned. He describes training with his first teacher, Ankichi Arakaki, and then the famed Chotoku Kyan, and the Kempo master Choki Motobu. Nagamine offers his personal thoughts on karate training, including a series of precepts which have guided his own studies. The section on basic techniques (preceding the lengthy section on kata) shows exactly how each movement is to be performed, and includes detailed photographs from the start of the technique to its finish. There are also sections on Kumite (showing 7 sequences and also brief information on breaking objects and makiwara training) and Kobudo (weapons such as Sai, Bo, Nunchaku, etc.). Concerning Shoshin Nagamine, the man was a truly dedicated karate researcher as well as a skilled & devoted practitioner who knew & became close to many of the old grand masters and was friendly with karate men of other styles. Nagamine's specific style is called Matsubayashi Shorin-ryu. He was a policeman by trade, and has written a second book called "Tales of Okinawa's Great Masters (Tuttle Martial Arts)", which includes much more about his experiences delving into karate history.
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The Bible of Matsubayashi Ryu,
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This review is from: The Essence of Okinawan Karate-do (Shorin-Ryu) (Hardcover)
This is the most important book you can own if you study Matsubayashi Ryu. It is very well written. Shows all 18 kata, kihons and yakusoku kumite. This book is not only good as a refresher but as a text book. I require that all my students purchase this book. I am a Shihan, 5th Degreee Black belt in Matsubayashi Ryu.
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The True Bible of Matsubayashi Shorin-Ryu,
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This review is from: The Essence of Okinawan Karate-do (Shorin-Ryu) (Hardcover)
All Matsubayashi Practioners need this book in their possesion. Breaks down all eighteen katas and leaves room on every page for notes and highlighting. Shoshin Nagamine does an excellent job in helping us learn about his life, the history of karate and the techniques of Matsubayashi Shorin-Ryu. This book is the best guideline in helping anyone learn and maintain their katas, kihon and yakusoku kumite. I have recommended it to all of my students and friends . I live by this book. Sensei Dan Cole Nidan, 2nd Degree Black Belt
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