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Explains the techniques of Kukishin Ryu in illustrated step-by-step instructions.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Unique insight and quality publication., 4 Oct 2002

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This review is from: Stick Fighting: Techniques of Self-Defense (Paperback)

This is the first widely-available book by Hatsumi that concentrates purely on taijutsu mechanics expressed in bojutsu - now followed by a sequel book. There are a few others, but their coverage is nothing as compared to this book and they are either out of print, in Japanese and/or unavailable over here.

The book covers more than 50 battlefield techniques of Kukishin Ryu -The 9 Demon Gods School - of which Hatsumi is the 28th Grandmaster.

The Kukishin techniques shown are those organised by and have come down via Takamatsu Sensei.

Beginning with sabaki-fundementals of movement it then covers 8 aspects of bojutsu from defensive moves to immobilisations. This includes bo, jo, hanbo and tessen techniques (different sizes of stick or staff) and henka (variations) of techniques.

This book is published by Kodansha International. For those in the know, this is as huge 'guarantee' of quality as any other - I've only ever seen them publish the very best amongst the best of titles.

For Bujinkan practioners there are familiar techniques of Take Ori, Oni Kudaki, Ganseki Otoshi , etc. Whilst fully exploring the unique characteristics of the bo, the universality of taijutsu means that this book will also apply to empty-hand.

It is presented in a format worthy of a Japanese artist. Fine illustrations are added to the very clear photos of the younger Grandmaster's demonstration. Much attention has been also paid to clear, uncluttered layout that flows with the description. Often the double page spread is used to full effect with the images moving across between the pages.

Overall this book is ideal for practioners of Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu looking for a practical book, for anyone interested in traditional Japanese martial arts or for anyone interested in stick and staff fighting from any or no tradition.

This is a book martial arts publishers should set their standard by.

Five Stars.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Stick fighting ... but not as we know it., 14 Jul 1999

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This review is from: Stick Fighting: Techniques of Self-Defense (Paperback)

If you're looking for a book on Arnis or Eskrima, then don't buy this book.

If you're looking for a book that shows techniques that can be used with virtually any kind of stick and that will compliment any Arnis/ Eskrima training that you have done, then this book is a must buy!

All the pictures and text and clear, concise and written in such a way that a complete novice to the martial arts can understand. I paid ... for this at my local store, wish I'd bought it here! :-(

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book for all Martial Artists, 7 April 2004

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Stick Fighting is a book with multiple defence techniques to be learnt using various types of stick. The Kali is the most regularly used stick in the book; however a smaller stick and a hand stick are also used. It has defences for a punch, front kick, grabs from behind, grabs to the stick, to the wrist and to the sleeve. Each technique is explained with great accuracy and illustration are provided to aid the learner.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for Jo
I found this to be an excellent text for a refreasher or learning the use of the Jo. The pictures are excellent and with a good training partner you can get most of the basics... Read more

Published on 6 Oct 2007 by M. A. Ramos

4.0 out of 5 stars Good book for ideas!
Was gifted this book from a friend.

It shows uses of not only the Bo staff, but also shorter stick techniques. Read more

Published on 19 Mar 2005 by Kooner

5.0 out of 5 stars Good book; however I do have one complaint...
I love the way this book is set out. Diagrams are very user friendly with clear and concise instructions in technique deployment.

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Published on 22 Dec 2003 by george_braddock

2.0 out of 5 stars A misleading title
Lets be clear, this book is not about stick fighting but the application of techniques using a stick against an assailant with no weapon at all. Read more

Published on 3 Aug 2001 by dr99tkw@brunel.ac.uk

4.0 out of 5 stars A must own book for any Bujinkan practitioner.
With no stick fighting techniques still renaining in the west we must turn to the east, and who better to learn stick fighting techniques from than the only surviving Ninja grand... Read more

Published on 27 Jan 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent book covering no nonsense practical techniques.
When you consider that in this modern society a stick is the only self defence aid that you can legally carry, then this book and the techniques it contains are a must.

Published on 11 Nov 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars Turning over a new page for martial arts books
This book is a must buy if you have any interest in the self defense applications of stick fighting. Read more

Published on 17 Mar 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars Not one wasted page
Nothing but solid, very clear information on every conceivable attack, parry, lock and block possible with a stick, for the reader to digest and practice. Read more

Published on 18 Feb 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars dont just look,BUY
an excellent well written and illustated book for the beginner and experienced martial artist also for anyone wanting to learn awesome combat skills a must for anyone intrested... Read more

Published on 19 Aug 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic insight to the lesser known martial arts
Anyone who does Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu should own this book. I don't know anywhere else ( in English ) that shows techniques so well for using stick.

Published on 31 Jan 1999

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