Ogasawara Ryu Books & DVDs

Ogasawara Ryu (小笠原流) is one of Japan's oldest and most prestigious traditional schools (koryu) specializing in archery and etiquette. Founded in the 12th century by Ogasawara Nagakiyo, a retainer of the Minamoto clan, the school has maintained an unbroken lineage for over 800 years.

Originally established as a comprehensive martial system for mounted samurai, Ogasawara Ryu developed specialized teachings in kyujutsu (archery techniques), bajutsu (horsemanship), and most notably reihō (formal etiquette and ceremonial protocol). During the peaceful Edo period (1603-1868), the school became particularly renowned for its instruction in proper etiquette and ceremony for the warrior class.

The Ogasawara family served as official etiquette instructors to the Tokugawa shogunate, codifying many of the formal protocols that became standard throughout Japanese society. Their teachings encompassed everything from proper posture and movement to the correct procedures for formal events, tea ceremony, and even daily activities like sitting and standing.

The school's archery traditions include both ceremonial shooting (reisha) and practical combat techniques (busha). Ogasawara archery is characterized by its emphasis on proper form, ritual precision, and spiritual composure rather than merely hitting targets.

Following the Meiji Restoration in 1868, when samurai society was disbanded, Ogasawara Ryu adapted by focusing more on preserving cultural traditions. Today, the school continues under the 31st generation headmaster, maintaining instruction in traditional Japanese archery, horseback archery (yabusame), and classical etiquette.

Ogasawara Ryu is recognized as an Important Intangible Cultural Property by the Japanese government and continues to play a significant role in ceremonial events at imperial courts and Shinto shrines. The school represents one of Japan's most enduring cultural institutions, connecting modern practitioners to centuries of samurai tradition.

沈黙の中の品格: 武士の存在 小笠原清元著 (ハードカバー)

沈黙の中の品格: 武士の存在 小笠原清元著 (ハードカバー)

通常価格 $39.95 USD
通常価格 $69.00 USD セールスプライス $39.95 USD
小笠原流霊法 ~侍の行状~ DVD2枚組

小笠原流霊法 ~侍の行状~ DVD2枚組

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
武道: 日本の武道: 柳生新陰、天道、小笠原、宝蔵院流 (ハードカバー)

武道: 日本の武道: 柳生新陰、天道、小笠原、宝蔵院流 (ハードカバー)

通常価格 $59.00 USD
通常価格 $89.00 USD セールスプライス $59.00 USD
小笠原流 和食の作法本

小笠原流 和食の作法本

通常価格 $11.95 USD
通常価格 $14.99 USD セールスプライス $11.95 USD
小笠原流アーツ 英語付録付き (ハードカバー)

小笠原流アーツ 英語付録付き (ハードカバー)

通常価格 $59.95 USD
通常価格 $79.00 USD セールスプライス $59.95 USD
Detailed Explanation of Kyudo Book by Kiyoyuki Ogasawara & Akira Shiraishi (Preowned)

Detailed Explanation of Kyudo Book by Kiyoyuki Ogasawara & Akira Shiraishi (Preowned)

通常価格 $69.00 USD
通常価格 セールスプライス $69.00 USD
Ogasawara Ryu Kyubajutsu (Yabusame) DVD (Nihon Kobudo Series) - Budovideos Inc

小笠原流流馬術(流鏑馬)DVD(日本古武道シリーズ)

通常価格 $69.95 USD
通常価格 $119.00 USD セールスプライス $69.95 USD
Kyudo Book by Kiyonobu Ogasawara (Preowned) - Budovideos Inc

小笠原清信 弓道書 (中古)

通常価格 $49.00 USD
通常価格 セールスプライス $49.00 USD