The Samurai Sword: Spirit * Strategy * Techniques

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Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Philosophy, Zen, Sports, Martial Arts & Self Defence
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Author: Kohshyu Yoshida ISBN: 9781462909902
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing Publication: June 13, 2014
Imprint: Tuttle Publishing Language: English
Author: Kohshyu Yoshida
ISBN: 9781462909902
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Publication: June 13, 2014
Imprint: Tuttle Publishing
Language: English

The Samurai Sword is the essential illustrated guide to the Japanese way of the sword.

Japan's famous samurai warriors were more than just soldiers — they were adherents to a strict code of honor who respected the deeper, spiritual meaning of the way of the sword. To the samurai, battle was sacred.

This indispensable guide to theory and practice respects both the physical and spiritual aspects of martial arts practice with the katana. This sword book features:

  • Beautiful, step-by-step photos and easy-to-understand text
  • Guidance for selecting, maintaining, and using your sword
  • Wisdom about the practical value of meditation
  • Inspirational biographies of some of the greatest samurai swordsmen, men whose words and deeds embodied the true spirit of the samurai warrior
  • Downloadable video

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced swordsperson, this book will broaden your practical knowledge with detailed instruction on stances, cuts, guards, forms, and sparring techniques and strategy.

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The Samurai Sword is the essential illustrated guide to the Japanese way of the sword.

Japan's famous samurai warriors were more than just soldiers — they were adherents to a strict code of honor who respected the deeper, spiritual meaning of the way of the sword. To the samurai, battle was sacred.

This indispensable guide to theory and practice respects both the physical and spiritual aspects of martial arts practice with the katana. This sword book features:

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced swordsperson, this book will broaden your practical knowledge with detailed instruction on stances, cuts, guards, forms, and sparring techniques and strategy.

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