A Collection of Curious Jujutsu Manuals 3

A collection of Jujutsu manuals translated into English for the first time.

An Illustrated Guide to Kenpo (Edo Era)
This chapter has Tengu mountain goblins introducing Muto techniques, or fighting unarmed against an armed opponent.

Hokusai’s Manga (1815)
These sketches by the famous master illustrator give an insight into how Jujutsu and other fighting arts were practiced.

How to Treat Victims of Drowning or Hanging (1878)
This is a police manual that uses Jujutsu striking points to revive victims of accidental or intentional hanging or drowning.

Fundamentals of Military Strategy: An Illustrated Guide to the Secrets of Jujutsu, Kenjutsu and Bojutsu (1887)
Part 2 of this translation contains 10 standing techniques from the Tenjin Shinyō-ryū Jujutsu School.

The Fundamentals ofJujutsu : A Study in Physical and Psychological Development (1909)
A short introduction to Jujutsu training.

Free Sparring, Resuscitation & Jujutsu Textbook (1912)
Part 1 of a very interesting Jujutsu book that contains a complete training system. Part 1 looks at the history of Jujutsu, philosphy, mental training, stances, warm up exercises and chokes.

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