Bu no Mai (Martial Dance) Book by Seikichi Uehara (Preowned)
Bu no Mai (Martial Dance) Book by Seikichi Uehara (Preowned)
Bu no Mai (Martial Dance) Book by Seikichi Uehara (Preowned)
Bu no Mai (Martial Dance) Book by Seikichi Uehara (Preowned)

Bu no Mai (Martial Dance) Book by Seikichi Uehara (Preowned)

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Unlock the Secret Combat Art of the Ryukyu Kings
For centuries, the absolute deadliest techniques of Okinawan martial arts were never shown in public dojos. They were kept inside the palace, passed down exclusively through the royal bloodline. Now, the veil of secrecy is lifted in "Bu no Mai" (The Martial Dance), the definitive masterpiece by the legendary Grandmaster Seikichi Uehara.
What is Bu no Mai?

To the untrained eye, it looks like a traditional Ryukyuan dance. In reality, it is a devastating system of combat. This book explores Motobu Udundi, the palace art designed for absolute defense and battlefield survival. Master Uehara reveals how fluid, deceptive grace transforms instantly into lethal efficiency.
Inside this Legendary Volume:
  • The Royal Lineage: Discover the hidden history of the Ryukyu Kingdom's private guard.
  • The Power of Stepwork: Learn why Master Uehara declared that "the foundation of martial arts lies in the footwork."
  • Deceptive Mechanics: Master the fluid, dance-like motions that camouflage advanced joint locks, throws, and pressure-point strikes.
  • Rare Photographic Heritage: Study archival images of Master Uehara demonstrating forms that were once forbidden to outsiders.
For the Serious Martial Artist and Historian
This is not a basic instruction manual. "Bu no Mai" is a holy grail for collectors, practitioners of Okinawa Karate, and anyone seeking the true roots of ancient battlefield arts.


About the author:
In 1961 (Showa 36), he entered the Nihonden Karatedo Shunfukan Dojo, which was opened by Professor Genjuro Takano, who was active as an assistant professor at the Dojo and Daidokan, which was presided over by Motobu Choki and Motobu Choki. He studied for 15 years and studied Motobu-ryu. In 1977, he formed the Motobu-ryu Karatedo / Japan Karatedo Headquarters with Motobu Choki Shihan's real child, Motobu Choki as the chairman, together with the people involved in karate who are related to the Motobu family. From around the same time, he belonged to the Motobu Udun Kobudo Kyokai and studied under Seikichi Uehara, who inherited the 12th Soke from the 11th Soke, Motobu Choyu Shihan, and the martial arts (martial arts of the Ryukyu Kingdom).

Language: Japanese

Length: 259 pages

Publication date: 1992