Katsumi Toda, noted Japanese martial arts historian, and author of the best selling book 'Shadow of he Ninja,' presents this in -depth work on the shuriken throwing stars of ancient Japan, for readers requiring a practical and historical knowledge of these fascinating weaons. Covering nine of centuries from the Nara era to the present day, the 'Ninja Star' is an encyclopaedia of techniques, schools and styles up to and including the modern forms now being practised. From the pen of one of the few people qualified to write on the subject, this book merits inclusion in every martial arts library.
Contents
Chapter One Historical background Chapter Two The ninja Chapter Three The samurai Chapter Four Shuriken jutsu Chapter Five Shuriken and shaken Chapter Six Preparation for practice Chapter Seven Stances adn grips Chapter Eight Throwing and targets Chapter Nine Mind control and kata form Chapter Ten Special drills and 'secret methods'… (más)
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Contents
Chapter One Historical background
Chapter Two The ninja
Chapter Three The samurai
Chapter Four Shuriken jutsu
Chapter Five Shuriken and shaken
Chapter Six Preparation for practice
Chapter Seven Stances adn grips
Chapter Eight Throwing and targets
Chapter Nine Mind control and kata form
Chapter Ten Special drills and 'secret methods'… (más)