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Budo, or martial ways practiced primarily for spiritual development, were developed from combat systems in response to social, political, historical, and philosophical influences that occurred during the Edo Period (1615-1868). This book covers the history and evolution of these arts, including kendo, judo, kempo, kyudo, iaido, and jujutsu.

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Judo Formal Techniques is The most detailed explanation of Judo that has ever been published (The Japan Times). A comprehensive training manual to the basic free practice forms of Kodokan Judo (the Randori no Kata), the book provides essential instruction in the throwing and grappling kata (Nage no Kata and Katame no Kata) that every Judo practitioner needs to master.

(Paperback)

(Paperback)

(Paperback)

Describes 16 forms of bujutsu, and emphasizes the practical nature of these martial arts.