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Best Aikido: The Fundamentals (Illustrated Japanese Classics) (Hardcover)

by Kisshomaru Ueshiba (Author), Moriteru Ueshiba (Author) "Prior to actual practice with a training partner, one needs a basic knowledge of Aikido concepts and terminology..." (more)
Key Phrases: Katate-dori Shiho-nage, Katate-dori Dai-Ikkyo, Katate-dori Irimi-nage (more...)
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"The book is a concise, illustrated guide for how to do the basic aikido techniques, with information of value to practitioners of all levels....As a technical reference for the performance of basic aikido techniques, this book is exemplary and sets the standard." - Journal of Asian Martial Arts
"An excellent introduction to the basics of aikido." -The Hawai'i Herald
"The major part of the book contains excellent photos of fundamental Aikido techniques demonstrated by Moriteru Ueshiba himself, an invaluable reference work which I recommend to all my students and to the general readership who require an authoritative, clearly presented, and extremely well-written introduction to the art of Aikido." -Cultural News


Product Description
At last, the complete and authoritative introduction to all the fundamentals of Aikido, coauthored by the two direct successors to the Founder of the martial art, Morihei Ueshiba. Coauthors Kisshomaru Ueshiba and Moriteru Ueshiba, son and grandson of the Founder, seek to carry on his legacy and to share with the millions of men and women around the world practicing Aikido today the most important techniques and principles of the art.
This book is the quintessential training aid for all Aikido practitioners-whether beginning or advanced-who wish to further their understanding of the forms and spirit of Aikido.
Underlying the forms, or physical techniques, are the spiritual principles of Aikido, which are based on the notion of ki, or "life force." Ki is the fundamental element to understanding Aikido. But as the authors explain, it cannot be learned merely by watching a demonstration or reading a book. Rather, one must come to experience it through practice, in unifying body and mind.
Best Aikido helps guide the practitioner to this goal. It offers step-by-step instruction that will complement knowledge learned in the dojo. The text is illustrated with a wealth of never-before-seen photographs that feature Aikido master Moriteru Ueshiba demonstrating the fundamental techniques of the art.
Best Aikido is authorized by the Aikikai Foundation, the central organization set up by Morihei Ueshiba.

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Product Details
  • Hardcover: 192 pages
  • Publisher: Kodansha International (July 26, 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 4770027621
  • ISBN-13: 978-4770027627
  • Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.4 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #27,506 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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