Physical Education & Martial Arts Book by Kenji Tomiki (Preowned)

Physical Education and Budo by Kenji Tomiki examines the relationship between traditional Japanese martial arts (budo) and modern physical education. Tomiki—an influential educator and prominent figure in both aikido and judo—explores how martial arts training can be organized and taught as a systematic form of physical and mental development.

The book discusses the educational principles underlying budo, including training methodology, physical conditioning, technical development, discipline, and the role of martial arts within modern education. It reflects Tomiki’s broader effort to preserve traditional martial principles while adapting their teaching methods to contemporary society.

A valuable Japanese-language reference for students of aikido, judo, budo history, martial arts education, and Kenji Tomiki’s teaching philosophy.

Japanese language

Published in 1978