Yoshida Han Shidare Yanagi Ryu Tanto Jitsu DVD with Don Angier (Preowned)

Out of print instructional on Yanagi Ryu Tanto Jitsu techniques demonstrated by Don Angier.

Who is Don Angier?

Don Angier (1933–2014) was a renowned American martial artist, widely respected as the inheritor and head of the Yanagi-ryu Aiki Bugei, a classical Japanese martial art emphasizing softness, precision, and deceptive techniques. Angier's expertise in traditional samurai arts, including unarmed combat, swordsmanship, and other weapons techniques, set him apart as a teacher and historian of martial traditions.

He began training in martial arts during his youth and later studied extensively under Kenji Yoshida, a Japanese immigrant and Yanagi-ryu master. Angier dedicated his life to preserving the principles of Yanagi-ryu, blending traditional philosophy with a pragmatic teaching style. Known for his technical precision and charismatic teaching, Angier became a sought-after instructor and demonstrator, leaving a lasting legacy in the martial arts community.

Language: English

Length: 39 min.

Publication Date: 2006