Aiki from Kodo Horikawa #1 Basic Techniques in Aiki DVD by Tadashi Nomoto

The inherited principles of Aiki, finally revealed!

The mysterious-looking Aiki techniques passed down from legendary master Takeda Sokaku to his beloved disciple Horikawa Kodo are thoroughly explained across two volumes by Tadashi Nomoto, licensed master instructor of Daito Ryu Aikijujutsu Koshinkai.

Volume 1: Foundation & Practice Edition This volume carefully explains body conditioning for applying Aiki and the mechanisms behind Aiki techniques.

Contents:

• Lineage of Aiki Inheritance
• Creating the Aiki Body: Hand techniques, body development, shoulder exercises, cultivation methods
• Defensive Techniques: Various gripping scenarios including two-hand grabs, seated applications
• Aiki Jujutsu Mechanisms: Gripping methods, receiving techniques against strikes, sweeping hands, reversals
• Classical Techniques: Shiho-nage (four-direction throw), Ikkajo, Nikajo, clapping exercises
• Special Demonstration
• Bonus Footage: Horikawa Kodo's instructor workshop (previously unreleased)

About the Instructor - Head of Daito Ryu Aikijujutsu Koshinkai, Licensed Master Instructor

Began Daito Ryu training in 1988. Rose through leadership positions including Tokyo Branch Chief (2004) and Tokyo General Branch Chief (2012). Received full transmission and scrolls from Master Takeo Shimpo in 2018. Founded Daito Ryu Aikijujutsu Koshinkai in 2021.

Language: Japanese

Run Time: 51 min.

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NOTE: This is a presale DVD and is expected to ship mid July 2025.