Kenri—Calligraphy by Matsumoto Toshio Hanshi 9th Dan. The kanji shown here and on the front cover can be read as “Sword Theory,” although they also convey a spectrum of deeper meaning to experienced kenshi.
GEOFF SALMON
with illustrations by
KATSUYA MASAGAKI
TUTTLE Publishing
Tokyo Rutland, Vermont | Singapore
The Tuttle Story: “Books to Span the East and West”
Most people are surprised to learn that the world’s largest publisher of books on Asia had its humble beginnings in the tiny American state of Vermont. The company’s founder, Charles E. Tuttle, belonged to a New England family steeped in publishing. And his first love was naturally books—especially old and rare editions.
Immediately after WW II, serving in Tokyo under General Douglas MacArthur, Tuttle was tasked with reviving the Japanese publishing industry. He later founded the Charles E. Tuttle Publishing Company, which thrives today as one of the world’s leading independent publishers.
Though a westerner, Tuttle was hugely instrumental in bringing a knowledge of Japan and Asia to a world hungry for information about the East. By the time of his death in 1993, Tuttle had published over 6,000 books on Asian culture, history and art—a legacy honored by the Japanese emperor with the “Order of the Sacred Treasure,” the highest tribute Japan can bestow upon a non-Japanese.
With a backlist of 1,500 titles, Tuttle Publishing is more active today than at any time in its past— inspired by Charles Tuttle’s core mission to publish fine books to span the East and West and provide a greater understanding of each.
Please note that the publisher and author(s) of this instructional book are NOT RESPONSIBLE in any manner whatsoever for any injury that may result from practicing the techniques and/or following the instructions given within. Martial arts training can be dangerous—both to you and to others—if not practiced safely. If you’re in doubt as to how to proceed or whether your practice is safe, consult with a trained martial arts teacher before beginning. Since the physical activities described herein may be too strenuous in nature for some readers, it is also essential that a physician be consulted prior to training.
Published by Tuttle Publishing, an imprint of Periplus Editions (HK) Ltd.
Copyright © 2013 Geoff Salmon
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Contents
Introduction
The Purpose of Kendo
Kendo for Life
Equipment and how to choose and wear it
Reigi
Posture and Kamae
Maai
Footwork
Breathing and Kiai
Metsuke
Yuko-Datotsu
Waza
Mitsu no sen
Shikake Waza
Sutemi
Men-uchi
Kote-uchi
Dou uchi
Gyaku-dou
Tsuki
Timing and opportunity for shikake waza
Tobikomi waza
Hikibana waza
Debana waza
Harai waza
Osae waza
Uchiotoshi
Makiotoshi and Makiage
Renzoku waza
Hiki Waza
Seme‚ tame‚ and the the Four Sicknesses
Sansappo or Sansatsuho
Oji waza
Men nuki men
Kote nuki men
Kote nuki kote
Men nuki dou
Men suriage men
Tsuki suriage men
Kote suriage men
Kote suriage kote
Men kaeshi dou