{"title":"Ono Ha Itto Ryu Books \u0026 DVDs","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"text-2xl font-bold mt-1 text-text-200\"\u003eOno-ha Ittō-ryū: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan title=\"Japanese-language text\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"ja\"\u003e小野派一刀流\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) \u003c\/span\u003eThe One Sword Tradition\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"\u003eOno-ha Ittō-ryū is one of Japan's most influential and historically significant classical swordsmanship schools. Here's an overview of this major Japanese martial tradition:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-200 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003eOrigins and Founding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eFounded by Ono Jiroemon Tadaaki (1565-1628), a distinguished swordsman of the early Edo period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eDeveloped as a direct branch of Ittō-ryū, which was established by Itō Ittōsai Kagehisa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eFormally established in the early 17th century during Japan's transition from warring states to peaceful Edo period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe name means \"Ono's Branch of the One-Sword School\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eRecognized as the main line of transmission for Ittō-ryū principles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-200 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003eTechnical Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eEmphasizes powerful, direct cutting techniques with minimal movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eKnown for its distinctive body mechanics that generate exceptional cutting power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eFeatures a comprehensive curriculum of paired sword forms (kata)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eIncludes both seated (iaijutsu) and standing techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eCharacterized by practical effectiveness rather than aesthetic refinement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eContains sophisticated principles of timing, distancing, and combative strategy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-200 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eBecame the official martial art of the Tokugawa shogunate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAdopted by many daimyō (feudal lords) and their domains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eServed as the basis for numerous derivative sword schools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eProduced many famous swordsmen throughout the Edo period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eHad profound influence on modern kendo development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eOne of the most widely practiced sword traditions during the Edo period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-200 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003eNotable Figures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eOno Tadaaki was a direct student of Itō Ittōsai and served the Tokugawa family\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eLater headmasters including Ono Tadatsune continued the tradition's development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eNotable students included members of the Tokugawa family and many prominent samurai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe school's principles were transmitted through several major branches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-200 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003eModern Preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eContinues to be practiced in Japan and internationally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eMaintained through direct transmission from teachers to students\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003ePreserves traditional training methods and technical curriculum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eRecognized as an important part of Japan's intangible cultural heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eServes as a window into the sophisticated martial principles of the samurai era\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"\u003eOno-ha Ittō-ryū represents one of the most technically sophisticated and historically influential sword traditions in Japanese history. Its direct, powerful approach to swordsmanship exemplifies the practical combat methods developed during Japan's tumultuous medieval period and refined during the peaceful Edo era.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"33rd-nihon-kobudo-embu-taikai-dvd","title":"33rd Nihon Kobudo Embu Taikai DVD (Nihon Kobudo Series)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Japanese Kobudo Demonstration Tournament\" held at the prestigious Nippon Budokan showcased a rich cultural heritage deeply rooted in Japan's history and traditions. Featuring demonstrations from 35 distinguished schools, this event highlighted the essence and diversity of kobudo, traditional Japanese martial arts practiced with various weapons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis documentary collection serves not only as a visual spectacle but also as a valuable resource for technical research and education. 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With numerous branches stemming from Itto-ryu, the orthodox lineage is known as Ono-ha Itto-ryu. The philosophy of \"Ittō Soku Mantō\" (One Sword is All Swords) is highlighted by the distinctive technique \"Kiriotoshi.\" This style is the ultimate form of swordsmanship and the origin of modern kendo. The 16th Soke, Junzo Sasamori, meticulously researched and reestablished all techniques, theories, and traditions, now passed down to the 17th Soke, Takemi Sasamori.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatured Performer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTakemi Sasamori\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMinister, 17th Soke of Ono-ha Itto-ryu. Born in Aomori Prefecture in 1933 as the third son of the 16th Soke Junzo Sasamori. He also inherits the Daichuto Jigen-ryu and the Iaijutsu of the Kanno Muso Rinzaki-ryu. Graduate of Waseda University's Department of Philosophy and Duke University’s Graduate School of Theology. 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They disaggregate this school of Japanese Swordsmanship by stripping out the romance and poetry to present the core features as something that is practical and achievable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Sections Four and Five the authors re-assemble the sword school in two unique ways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Section Four the sword school is re-assembled with an overview of the techniques of each combat engagement. e.g. counter-attacking, thrusting, deception, pressure application and release, enticing movement, distance and much more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Section Five the school is re-assembled with an analysis of the frequency of use of the core strategies discussed in sections Two, Three and Four. Uniquely, they suggest commonalities between Japanese and non-Japanese sword fighting. For example, what are the most popular kamae? 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Born in Iwaki, Fukushima Prefecture, he entered the Metropolitan Police Department in 1992 where he has held positions as assistant kendo instructor in the Kitazawa Police Station, the Police Academy, the 7th Riot Squad, and the General Education Division.  In 2019, he was promoted to instructor in the Kendo Instruction Office, where he currently serves. In 1995, he studied kendo and Ono-ha Itto-ryu at the Metropolitan Police Department's Martial Arts' Specialty School. In 2017, he succeeded Sasamori Takemi to become the 18th Soke of Ono-ha Itto-ryu, a position he continues to hold. 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Now, for the first time, these secret lessons are available in English.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eSecrets of Ittō-ryū: Book Five\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e presents the confidential fighting principles of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eSasamori Junzō\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, 16th headmaster of Ono-ha Ittō-ryū and a legendary figure in the world of budo. First published in Japan in 1965, this volume reveals the practical combat strategies passed down to Junzō from his teachers (a process called, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003ekuden\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) at the heart of this 400-year-old tradition—a system that profoundly influenced modern martial arts such as kendo, aikido, and Daitō-ryū aikijujutsu.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSasamori, a direct inheritor of several classical samurai schools and an 8th Dan and Hanshi in kendo, distills over seventy years of experience into this in-depth exploration of combat strategy, sword technique, and martial philosophy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eInside This Volume:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe school’s oral teachings as passed down to Sasamori by kendo greats such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eTakano Sasaburō\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eNaitō Takaharu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eOgawa Kinnosuke\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and others—organized into five key themes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed guidance on posture (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003ekamae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), perception (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003emetsuke\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), distance, timing, setup, and finishing techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstruction on advanced strategy concepts like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eaiki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and the application of cutting and thrusting techniques in real combat scenarios\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhilosophical frameworks including Heaven-Earth-Man, Yin-Yang, and the Five Element Theory, and how they shape the doctrine of the school\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rare historical correspondence between \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eYamaga Takayoshi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eNakanishi Chūzō\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e discussing the value—and limitations—of competitive practice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith annotations by Mark Hague, the highest-ranking non-Japanese practitioner of mainline Ono-ha Ittō-ryū and direct student of Sasamori Takemi, this book offers not just translation but context—making complex classical teachings accessible and relevant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you're a martial artist, historian, or student of Japanese culture, this book offers unparalleled access to a foundational school of samurai strategy and swordsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-section a-spacing-small a-padding-small\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSasamori Junzō (1886-1976) was the headmaster (sōke) of the ancient Japanese martial arts of Ono-ha Ittō-ryū, Chokugen-ryū naginata, and Shinmusō Hayashizaki-ryū iado. 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