Tai no Jo Vol 2 DVD by Sunao Hari Takagawa
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Explore the innovative martial art fusion of "Aikido taijutsu" and "jo" (staff) developed by Master Hari Sunao, a renowned manga artist and seventh dan Aikido practitioner. This DVD series delves into the techniques of using the staff as an extension of the body, offering practical methods to control opponents through circular and straight line movements without direct confrontation.
Contents:
From "Ichi no Den"
- Gekka (left): Lunar Flower
- Tenzan: Heavenly Mountain
- Omote Seburi: Frontal Spinning
- Seburi Odori: Spinning Dance
From "Ni no Den"
- Tsuki no Wa (left): Circle Thrust (left)
- Katadae (front): Front Structure
- Katadae (crossroads): Crossroads Structure
- Katadae (back): Rear Structure
- Katadae (turn): Turning Structure
- Kaigen: Blossom Root
- Hataoi: Flag Toss
- Hatagaeshi: Flag Return
- Mizugae: Water Shell
- Nakaori: Middle Fold
From "San no Den"
- Ashikari: Reed Cutter
- Hasuike (moon): Moon Lily
- Hasuike (waves): Wave Lily
- Ichimonji: Straight Line
- Entsu (left): Branch Left
- Entsu (right): Branch Right
- Myoken (front): Radiant Sword (front)
- Myoken (back): Radiant Sword (back)
Master Hari Sunao provides detailed instruction on 22 techniques that emphasize adaptability in strikes, thrusts, throws, and joint techniques using the staff. These techniques are categorized into three volumes ("Ichi no Den," "Ni no Den," and "San no Den"), each offering unique insights into the seamless integration of Aikido principles with staff techniques.
Instruction and Supervision: Hari Sunao
Born in Saga Prefecture in 1933 as Takagawa Sunao, Hari Sunao is a seventh dan Aikido practitioner who trained under the late master Yamaguchi Seigo. He founded the "Tai-no-Jo" style, which harmonizes Aikido taijutsu with staff techniques, and continues to teach this innovative martial art at the Kodenkan martial arts center. His expertise spans both traditional Aikido practice and innovative applications with the staff, showcasing his deep understanding and creativity in martial arts.
Language: Japanese
Run time: 57 min.
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