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The Structure of Aikido: Kenjutsu and Taijutsu Movement Relationships v.1: Kenjutsu and Taijutsu Movement Relationships Vol 1 (Paperback)

by Gaku Homma (Author)

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Paperback: 200 pages
Publisher: North Atlantic Books,U.S. (May 1997)
Language English
ISBN-10: 1883319552
ISBN-13: 978-1883319557
Product Dimensions: 27.4 x 21.6 x 1.2 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Structure of Aikido- A Standard Above the Rest, 11 Nov 2003

By	D. E. Ortiz "desteban-books" (United Kingdom) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Unlike many of the martial literature out there, The structure of Aikido is a solid, scholarly and accesible representation of the art. The style of writting it's clear, professional and avoids the popular generalizing jargon that most martial arts book have e.g. "the most..., the best..., the deadliest... everyone knows... etc. Even though we know no-one can learn an art through reading alone, this book goes a long way into depicting a vivid portrait of the actual techniques used. And the comparisons between the Kenjutsu and Taijutsu are formidable, a most excellent approach that is refreshing and scientific. The contents are divided into the different techniques, basically what you would expect from a martial arts manual but the book itself has gone beyond my expectations and addresses in writting the core elements in performing the techniques.
A true classic work that raises the standard for serious studies in martial arts to a higher level. I recommend it whole heartedly and it is definitely a book all martial artists should have even though they may not do Aikido.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A clear description of Homma-sensei's style., 11 Jan 2006

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The author, Gaku Homma-sensei, is the founder of the Nippon Kan style of Aikido, a style which places great emphasis on the relationship between the weaponry used in Aikido (typically bokken, jo and tanto) and taijutsu or "empty hand" techniques. In this book, Homma presents a very clear illustration of their interrelated nature. He explains clearly topics which can often be overlooked. At no point does he simply assume you know what he is talking about or that you will "pick things up" yourself.
Anyone who has been practicing Aikido for longer than 6 months will find this an insightful and useful resource. A word of caution to beginners - this is a detailed description of Homma-sensei's own style, Nippon Kan. Unless, of course, you are lucky enough to be practicing at his dojo in Denver, there will be differences between the style and form that you may currently be practicing. It is, nevertheless, a very interesting read!

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4.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic for all martial artists, 11 Nov 1998

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I am a Jujutsuka and I would highly recommend this book to any martial artist. It breaks the techniques down into concepts and principals and warns against using "cookie cutter" techniques in self defense. This is good logic, and good martial arts.

This is the kind of book one could ready many times and get something different from it every time. I also thought the translation was great - would heve been nice if ALL terms were defined in the text as well.

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5.0 out of 5 stars this book is worth every penny!
This book is structured in a way that makes it easy for the beginning aikidoist to improve in this art. Read more

Published on 26 Mar 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars The book shows an interesting description of Aikido
The book shows an interesting Comparison between the moves associated with Kenjustu ( Sword Techniques ) and Taijutsu ( Open hand techniques ). Read more

Published on 27 Jan 1998

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