The Essence of the Four Major Karate Schools Book
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Shito-ryu, Goju-ryu, Wado-ryu, Shotokan-ryu: Master the Features, Enhance Your Strength!
Explore the Four Strongest Concepts: Which One Will You Choose?
Karate stands apart from judo and kendo with its diverse range of styles. The depth and intrigue of karate lie in its variety—Shito-ryu, Goju-ryu, Wado-ryu, and Shotokan-ryu each offer unique philosophies and techniques.
Delve into the system of technique and theory perfected by the four founders of these styles. Understand the essence of each style and apply it to enhance your own techniques.
This book provides an in-depth look at the distinctive techniques and origins of the four major schools. It is a must-read for martial artists dedicated to karate as both a discipline and a sport.
Whether you train for self-defense, personal growth, or competition, discovering the unique features of Shito-ryu, Goju-ryu, Wado-ryu, and Shotokan-ryu will make you a stronger, more versatile practitioner.
CONTENTS
●Chapter 1 Shito-ryu ─ Toward the fusion of speed and power!
Part 1〝Treasure trove of shapes〟Ito-ryu
Part 2 Kenkazu Mabuni talks about the transformation of Ankō Itosu
Part 3 Kenei Mabuni, second generation head of Shito-ryu Karate, the essence of the 45 degree diagonal
●Chapter 2 Goju-ryu ─ Its practical training and mastery
Part 1 Its birth shrouded in mystery What is “Goju-ryu”?
Part 2 The source of all techniques: Training of Chinkuchi Gamaku
Part 3 “Reading behind the kata” Practical techniques
Part 4 Competitive Karate and Zenku Rengojukai
Part 5: The challenge of “mastery” since the dawn of mainland karate!
Part 6 Goju-ryu and Kyokushin Karate
●Chapter 3 Wado-ryu ─ Mixed blood with Jiu-jitsu, “body handling” karate
Part 1 “Fighting” aerial surgery reorganized on the mainland
Part 2: The original Wado-ryu kumite techniques cultivated in the newly established “Skilled Club”
Part 3 Become a champion with “Maeken and Ashiwaki” “Wado way of fighting”!
●Chapter 4 Shotokan-ryu ─ The secret of Gichin Funakoshi, the father of Japanese karate-do
Part 1 “The birth of Japanese karate” The story of Gichin Old Man
Part 2 The fate of Gichin Funakoshi, the birther of “Japanese Karate”
Part 3 Past winners talk about martial arts karate and kumite
Part 4 Gichin's Towa (Atifa) that nourishes with "form"
Part 5 Karate at Keio University that supported Gichin Funakoshi
Length: 188 pages
Language: Japanese
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