Shorinji Kempo Photo Book (Hardcover) (Preowned)
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This Japanese-language book provides a comprehensive introduction to Shorinji Kempo, the martial art founded by Doshin So in postwar Japan. Richly illustrated with photographs, it examines the system’s distinctive combination of striking and grappling methods together with its underlying training principles and philosophy.
The technical material covers punches, kicks, blocks, evasions, releases, joint locks, throws, takedowns, pins, and paired practice. Shorinji Kempo is particularly known for integrating goho (striking and defensive techniques) with juho (escapes, locks, throws, and controls), rather than treating them as separate disciplines.
The book also presents Shorinji Kempo as a method of personal development, reflecting Doshin So’s emphasis on cultivating both physical ability and character through cooperative training.
Published by the Shorinji Kempo Federation, this is a valuable reference for practitioners and collectors interested in Shorinji Kempo, Japanese budo, self-defense, traditional jujutsu, and modern Japanese martial arts history.
Language: Japanese
Printed in 1989
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