{"product_id":"9781462901807","title":"Karate Dojo: Traditions and Tales of a Martial Art","description":"\u003cb\u003eLearn the background of Japanese Karate along with the ins and outs of belonging to a dojo with this readable martial arts guide.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Japanese martial art of Karate is not only a means of self-defense; it is also a sport and a philosophy.  \u003ci\u003eThe Karate Dojo: Traditions and Tales of a Martial Art\u003c\/i\u003e examines each of these aspects—through the colorful legends, tales, and traditions that are associated with the art—and explains why educators and parents are becoming increasingly interested in karate. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis karate book shows how karate training can change the lives of those who practice it, by giving them health, self-confidence, both physical and mental discipline, as well as calm maturity. This martial arts book includes information about: the dojo, the belt system, kata and jiu-kumite, potential and goals, famous dojo stories, Okinawan martial arts fighters, ninjutsu, and more!","brand":"Tuttle Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47129575522544,"sku":"9781462901807","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781462901807_p0.jpg?v=1763679880","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781462901807","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}