New Judo Handbook by Asajiro Takeda (Preowned)

Early publication on Kodokan Judo written by 7th dan Asajiro Takeda.

About the Author:

Asajiro Takeda was a 7th dan judo teacher known for helping spread Judo during its early growth outside Japan. A student of the Kodokan tradition founded by Jigoro Kano, Takeda became one of the instructors who carried judo abroad in the early 20th century, teaching in the United States and contributing to the art’s international development. He was respected for his technical skill and for maintaining the principles of classical Kodokan training while adapting instruction for new audiences.

Language: Japanese

Length: 293 pages

Publication date: 1953