The Secret of AIKI Techniques DVD by Hirokazu Hatamura
Explore the modern oral tradition of Aiki through the unique perspective of Hatamura Hirokazu, a master in Kika-jutsu, known for his innovative approach to Aiki techniques focusing on "state of mind" and "skin contact".
Overview: Hatamura Hirokazu guides you through Aiki-age, a fundamental training method in Kika-jutsu, emphasizing the exertion of martial arts power through subtle yet profound principles of interaction and connection.
Contents:
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Learning Good Posture
- Establishing good posture while standing
- Seiza position for natural centering
- Applying seiza position in daily life effectively
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Preparing the Mind and Body - Aiki-okoshi
- Techniques to prepare mentally and physically for Aiki-age
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Basic Principles of Kika-jutsu
- Focus on "skin contact" (musubi) as a foundational principle
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Raising with Love - Aiki-age
- Proper seiza position for Aiki-age
- Steps to perform Aiki-age effectively
- Receiving side posture in seiza position
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Technique - Aiki-age
- Techniques including:
- Changing the vector by using elbows and shoulders softly
- Attacking the elbow with various methods, emphasizing imagination
- Targeting secret points such as the base of the thumb
- Manipulating gravity to control weight distribution
- Application techniques using minimal force, like two-finger applications
- Techniques including:
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Special Edition - Soften Your Shoulder Blades
- Aiki mode focusing on creating a "Kongo body"
- Techniques to move arms effectively in Aiki-age demonstrations
Instructor Profile: Hatamura Hirokazu
- President of Karate-do Kenyu-kai, Head of Ki-kujutsu
- Started karate officially at 22 years old, later integrating other martial arts and qigong practices
- Developed "Ki-kujutsu" after collaborating with Kunio Yasue, founder of Kankoji-ryu Jujutsu
- Author of "The Mysterious Karate, Ki-Kujutsu: The Birth of Aiki Karate-Do" and other influential works
Language: Japanese
Length: 50 min.
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