{"product_id":"9781462903344","title":"This is Kendo: The Art of Japanese Fencing","description":"\"An excellent introduction to traditional Japanese swordsmanship.\"—\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDaily Yamiuri\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book introduces Kendo, the exhilarating mental and physical sport of Japan that has gained new popularity, with both sexes now participating, its own evolution and the efforts of a remarkable group of teachers it has progressed through the years to its present position as a sport.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis is Kendo\u003c\/i\u003e is a fully illustrated introduction to the traditional art of Japanese fencing—its essential nature and its basic techniques. It is the first kendo book in English to describe and analyze this famous sport. Features include:\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver 100 photographs and drawings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin and History of Kendo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic Kendo Principles and Techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditions Governing Kendo Etiquette and Technique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImportant Strikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffensive and Defensive Positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraining Exercises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eThe paramount point to be remembered in this book on an ancient art is that no one really stops learning more about the people who invented armor and developed combat techniques. It is our hope that the reader will continue his study beyond the scope of this kendo guide.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Tuttle Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47129561694448,"sku":"9781462903344","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781462903344_p0.jpg?v=1763679596","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781462903344","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}