Illustrated Coach Naginata Book by Sonobe Shigehachi (Preowned)

Illustrated Coach: Naginata is a Japanese instructional manual devoted to naginata, the traditional Japanese martial art centered on the long-shafted bladed weapon of the same name.

Designed as a practical training guide, the book explains the fundamentals of naginata through illustrations and step-by-step instruction, covering basic posture, kamae (stances), footwork, handling of the weapon, strikes, defensive movements, and paired practice. It provides a structured introduction to correct form and the fundamental skills needed for continued naginata training.

The book is particularly useful for practitioners and collectors interested in Japanese budo, classical weapons, modern naginata, and the historical development of Japanese martial arts training. Its vintage presentation also makes it an appealing reference for collectors of older Japanese martial arts manuals.

Language: Japanese

173 pages

Printed in 1980