Karate Books

Karate, a traditional Japanese martial art, is renowned for its disciplined approach to self-defense, physical conditioning, and personal development. With roots dating back centuries, Karate embodies a rich history steeped in tradition, philosophy, and the pursuit of mastery.

The origins of Karate can be traced to the island of Okinawa, where indigenous fighting techniques were developed and refined over generations. Influenced by Chinese martial arts, particularly Fujian White Crane, these early Okinawan martial arts were practiced clandestinely and passed down through oral tradition and practical application.

It was during the Ryukyu Kingdom era (14th to 19th centuries) that these indigenous martial arts began to coalesce into what would later be recognized as Karate. The integration of Chinese martial arts techniques with Okinawan combat systems laid the foundation for Karate's distinctive principles of striking, kicking, blocking, and movement.

With the annexation of Okinawa by Japan in the late 19th century, Karate underwent further development and standardization. Japanese martial artists and educators, including Gichin Funakoshi and Kenwa Mabuni, played pivotal roles in promoting and popularizing Karate on the Japanese mainland and beyond.

Gichin Funakoshi, often referred to as the "father of modern Karate," introduced Karate to Japan in the early 20th century, where it gained recognition and acceptance as a martial art and a means of physical and mental development. Funakoshi's emphasis on the philosophical aspects of Karate, particularly the principles of respect, humility, and self-discipline, helped to shape Karate into not just a fighting system but a way of life.

Today, Karate is practiced and taught worldwide, with a multitude of styles, schools, and organizations dedicated to its study and preservation. Shotokan, Wado-Ryu, Shito-Ryu, and Goju-Ryu are among the most well-known and widely practiced Karate styles, each with its unique emphasis on technique, kata (pre-arranged forms), and training methods.

Karate training encompasses a wide range of skills and practices, including kihon (basic techniques), kata (forms), kumite (sparring), and bunkai (application of techniques). Training emphasizes physical conditioning, mental focus, and character development, instilling values such as perseverance, integrity, and indomitable spirit.

Our store offers a curated selection of Karate books that delve into its history, techniques, and philosophy. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or new to Karate, these books provide invaluable insights into the rich and diverse world of this ancient martial art. Explore our collection and deepen your understanding and appreciation of Karate's timeless legacy and enduring relevance.

Karate's History & Tradition Book by Bruce Haines (Hardcover) (Preowned) - Budovideos Inc

空手の歴史と伝統の本 ブルース・ヘインズ著 (ハードカバー) (中古)

通常価格 $19.95 USD
通常価格 セールスプライス $19.95 USD
松濤館上級型 Book 1 榎枝啓之助著 (中古)

松濤館上級型 Book 1 榎枝啓之助著 (中古)

通常価格 $49.00 USD
通常価格 セールスプライス $49.00 USD
Essential Shorinjiryu Karatedo Book by Masayuki Kukan Hisataka (Preowned) - Budovideos Inc

少林寺流空手道の要本 空閑久高正幸著 (中古)

通常価格 $69.00 USD
通常価格 セールスプライス $69.00 USD
The Basic Forms of Shotokan Karate The Heian Katas and Tekki Shodan Book by John Anderson (Preowned) - Budovideos Inc

松濤館空手の基本形 平安型と鉄気初段本 ジョン・アンダーソン著 (中古)

通常価格 $49.95 USD
通常価格 $69.00 USD セールスプライス $49.95 USD
Martial Arts: Traditions, History, People Book by John Corcoran & Emil Farkas (Hardcover) (Preowned) - Budovideos Inc

Martial Arts: Traditions, History, People Book by John Corcoran & Emil Farkas (ハードカバー) (中古)

通常価格 $29.95 USD
通常価格 $39.00 USD セールスプライス $29.95 USD
Modern Karate Book by Steve Arneil (Preowned) - Budovideos Inc

Modern Karate Book by Steve Arneil (中古品)

通常価格 $22.95 USD
通常価格 $39.00 USD セールスプライス $22.95 USD
Nunchaku: Dynamic Training Book by Hirokazu Kanazawa (Preowned) - Budovideos Inc

ヌンチャク ダイナミックトレーニングブック 金沢宏和著 (中古品)

通常価格 $24.95 USD
通常価格 $39.00 USD セールスプライス $24.95 USD
Basic Karate Katas Book by Hirokazu Kanazawa - Budovideos Inc

Basic Karate Katas Book by 金沢宏和 (中古)

通常価格 $99.95 USD
通常価格 $149.00 USD セールスプライス $99.95 USD
The Hand is My Sword Book by Robert Trias (Hardcover) (Preowned) - Budovideos Inc

The Hand is My Sword Book by Robert Trias (ハードカバー) (中古)

通常価格 $99.95 USD
通常価格 $249.00 USD セールスプライス $99.95 USD
Kubotan Keychain: Instrument of Attitude Adjustment Book by Takayuki Kubota (Preowned) - Budovideos Inc

クボタンキーホルダー 姿勢調整の道具 久保田貴之著 (中古)

通常価格 $29.95 USD
通常価格 $59.95 USD セールスプライス $29.95 USD
Sabaki Method: Karate in the Inner Circle Book by Joko Ninomiya (Preowned) - Budovideos Inc

サバキメソッド インナーサークル空手本 二宮如子 (中古)

通常価格 $19.95 USD
通常価格 $29.95 USD セールスプライス $19.95 USD
The Art and Science of Staff Fighting: A Complete Instructional Guide Book by Joe Varady - Budovideos Inc

スタッフ・ファイティングの芸術と科学: 完全な指導ガイドブック (ジョー・ヴァラディ著)

通常価格 $24.95 USD
通常価格 $29.95 USD セールスプライス $24.95 USD
The Art of Hojo Undo: Power Training for Traditional Karate Book by Michael Clarke - Budovideos Inc

「The Art of Hojo Undo: Power Training for Traditional Karate」本 マイケル・クラーク著

通常価格 $19.95 USD
通常価格 $22.95 USD セールスプライス $19.95 USD
The Essence of Okinawan Karate-Do Book by Shoshin Nagamine - Budovideos Inc

沖縄空手道の真髄 長嶺祥真著

通常価格 $19.95 USD
通常価格 $29.95 USD セールスプライス $19.95 USD
Mas Oyama's Karate As Practiced in Japan Book by Bobby Lowe (Preowned) - Budovideos Inc

Mas Oyama's Karate As Practiceed in Japan Book by Bobby Lowe (中古)

通常価格 $39.95 USD
通常価格 $59.95 USD セールスプライス $39.95 USD
Mental Karate Book by Tom Muzila - Budovideos Inc

トム・ムジラ著『メンタル空手の本』

通常価格 $24.95 USD
通常価格 $29.95 USD セールスプライス $24.95 USD
日本の武道 8巻 空手道 (中古品)

日本の武道 8巻 空手道 (中古品)

通常価格 $179.95 USD
通常価格 $249.00 USD セールスプライス $179.95 USD
Best Karate Book 11: Gojushiho Dai, Gojushiho Sho, Meikyo by Masatoshi Nakayama - Budovideos Inc

ベスト空手本 11: 五十四法第、五十四法書、明鏡 中山正敏著

通常価格 $17.98 USD
通常価格 $19.95 USD セールスプライス $17.98 USD
Best Karate Book 10: Unsu, Sochin, Nijushiho by Masatoshi Nakayama - Budovideos Inc

ベスト空手本 10: ウンス、ソーチン、二十四法 中山正敏著

通常価格 $17.98 USD
通常価格 $19.95 USD セールスプライス $17.98 USD
Best Karate Book 9: Bassai Sho, Kanku, Sho, Chinte by Masatoshi Nakayama - Budovideos Inc

Best Karate Book 9: 抜塞翔、観空、翔、鎮手 中山正敏著

通常価格 $17.98 USD
通常価格 $19.95 USD セールスプライス $17.98 USD