This Is Kendo: The Art of Japanese Fencing Book

This is Kendo is a fully illustrated introduction to the traditional art of Japanese fencing--its essential nature and its basic techniques. It is the first book in English to describe and analyze this famous sport. Features include:

• over 100 photographs and drawings
• origin and history of kendo
• basic kendo principles and techniques
• physical and psychological aspects of kendo
• relationship between kendo and Zen
• traditions governing kendo etiquette and technique
• clear-cut descriptions of the most important strikes, offensive and defensive positions, and training exercises.