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1	Best Karate, Vol.1: Comprehensive more books like this by Masatoshi Nakayama All the basic points of karate arranged systematically for effective learning, step by step--the parts of the body used as natural weapons, the stances, how to block, how to attack, introduction to the kata and to kumite. The fundamentals as presented in this volume, briefly but accurately, are the distillation of the author's forty-six years' ... see all copies from $5.26! new only from $10.10! \| first editions \| SVS
2	Best Karate, Vol.5: Heian, Tekki more books like this by Masatoshi Nakayama Kata, the formal exercises of karate training, were the essence of practice in Okinawa and China, and are the core training method even today. Detailed here in 1500 sequential photos are the five Heian and three Tekki kata, mastery of which is necessary to attain first dan. Demonstrated by the author and Yoshiharu Osaka. see all copies from $4.60! new only from $6.58! \| first editions \| SVS
3	Best Karate, Vol.9: Bassai Sho, Kanku, Sho, Chinte more books like this by Masatoshi Nakayama These advanced kata may be selected for testing above shodan level. The techniques in Bassai Sho, using sword hand, ridge hand and tiger mouth, make good defenses against stick attacks. In Kanko Sho are many counter-attacks to the upper level. Chinte has unique techniques, the rarely seen tateken, and is especially valuable for women's self ... see all copies from $10.10! new only from $10.10! \| first editions \| SVS
4	Dynamic Karate more books like this by Masatoshi Nakayama Most books on karate usually do not provide complete, detailed instructions and illustrations-the fundamentals plus the fine points-that readers hope for. This book fills the gaps left by others. The late Master Masatoshi Nakayama, chief instructor of the Japan Karate Association, left this book as a testament. It reveals his great experience as ... see all copies from $8.00! new only from $9.32! \| first editions \| SVS
5	Best Karate, Vol.4: Kumite 2 more books like this by Masatoshi Nakayama This book complements volume 3 of this series and, like the earlier volume, includes writings of masters of the martial arts to guide the student toward spiritual awareness and mental maturity. It places kumite in perspective, relating it to training as a whole. see all copies from $7.39! new only from $10.10! \| first editions
6	Best Karate, Vol.2: Fundamentals more books like this by Masatoshi Nakayama As well as setting forth the basic rules that must be put into practice when performing kata or applying techniques in kumite, this volume pinpoints the underlying physical and physiological principles of karate: source and concentration of power; stance, form, stability and technique; movement in all directions; basic and comprehensive aspects of ... see all copies from $7.00! new only from $10.10! \| first editions \| SVS
7	Best Karate, Vol.6: Bassai, Kanku more books like this by Masatoshi Nakayama Fully described and illustrated in this volume are the widely practiced Bassal and Kanku kata from the JFA recommended group. The student learns fast and slow techniques, the dynamics of strength, how to turn weakness into strength, changing directions, jumping and going to ground. see all copies from $7.83! new only from $10.10! \| first editions \| SVS
8	Best Karate, Vol.10: Unsu, Sochin, Nijushiho more books like this by Masatoshi Nakayama The kata in this volume are at the advanced level and may be selected for examination above the grade of shodan. In Unsu, there are constant transformations, signified by the name meaning "Cloud Hands." All parts of the body are used as weapons, with feints and provocations leading to unique combination techniques and multi-directional kicks. ... see all copies from $8.50! new only from $10.10! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Best Karate, Vol.8: Gankaku, Jion more books like this by Masaroshi Nakayana, Masatoshi Nakayama The three kata in this volume are on the Japan Karate Association recommended list and are notable for the sticklike use of the arms-Jitte, the circular movements of hands and feet coordinated with breathing-Hangetsu, and easy, agile movements, combined into continuous techniques-Empi. see all copies from $6.55! new only from $10.10! \| SVS
10	Best Karate, Vol.7: Jutte, Hangetsu, Empi more books like this by Masatoshi Nakayama Two kata from the recommended list: Gankaku-crane standing on a rock-a name descriptive of this kata, which has techniques for striking upward or downward with either hand while standing on one foot. Here are dazzling techniques for counterattacking with the back-fist or side kick. In the Jion kata there are many crisp, flowing movements, but ... see all copies from $10.10! new only from $10.10! \| SVS
11	Karate Kata Heian 1 Tekki 1 more books like this by Masatoshi Nakayama see all copies from $1.99! first editions
12 view cover	Best Karate, Vol.3: Kumite 1 more books like this by Masatoshi Nakayama In kumite (sparring) basic techniques are sharpened and body movement and distancing acquired through practical application. This volume explains the types and meaning of kumite and the relation between jiyu kumite and basic training in fundamentals. Demonstrated by instructors of the Japan Karate Association. As well as setting forth the basic ... see all copies from $5.70! new only from $10.10! \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	Best Karate, Vol.11: Gojushiho Dai, Gojushiho Sho, Meikyo more books like this by Masatoshi Nakayama The three advanced kata in this book are a challenge to the performer's level of maturity. From the smooth and flowing movements of Gojushiho Dai through the transformations in the equally long Gojushiho Sho to the serene and mellow Meikyo kata, both the techniques learned in the basic kata and more sophisticated tactics call on the deepest ... see all copies from $9.72! new only from $10.10! \| SVS
14 view cover	Black Belt Karate: The Intensive Course more books like this by Hirokazu Kanazawa, Richard Berger (Translator), Masatoshi Nakayama (Foreword by) Kanazawa, the most respected figure in the karate world, offers a systematic approach to basic karate, and provides an intensive training course in the three main areas: kihon (basics), kumite (sparring), and kata (forms). Using meticulously detailed explanations and photos, Kanazawa provides readers with an intensive self-study training course ... see all copies from $21.17! new only from $21.17! \| SVS
15	Best Karate more books like this by Masatoshi Nakayama see all copies from $6.00! new only from $23.76! \| first editions
16	Dynamic Karate more books like this by Masatoshi Nakakama, Msatoshi Nakayama, Masatoshi Nakayama see all copies from $4.19! new only from $99.00! \| first editions
17	Karate Kata Heian 5 more books like this by Nakayama see all copies from $4.40! new only from $85.45! \| first editions
18 view cover	In Special Situations more books like this by Donn F Draeger, Masatoshi Nakayama This six-volume series is a comprehensive, inexpensive and practical survey of self-defense tactics using karate techniques. Each book features numerous photographs and illustrations making it accessible to novice and expert alike. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $66.96! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	Fundamentals more books like this by Donn F Draeger, Masatoshi Nakayama This six-volume series is a comprehensive, inexpensive and practical survey of self-defense tactics using karate techniques. Each book features numerous photographs and illustrations making it accessible to novice and expert alike. see all copies from $4.50! new only from $12.95! \| first editions
20	Karate Kata: Heian 4 more books like this by Masatoshi Nakayama see all copies from $5.00! first editions
21	Nakayamas Karate Perfekt 1: Einführung (Budo-Bibliothek) by Masatoshi Nakayama see all copies from $22.00!
22 view cover	Against Multiple Unarmed Assailants more books like this by Donn F Draeger, Masatoshi Nakayama This six-volume series is a comprehensive, inexpensive and practical survey of self-defense tactics using karate techniques. Each book features numerous photographs and illustrations making it accessible to novice and expert alike. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $57.55! \| first editions \| SVS
23	Dynamic karate : instruction by the master more books like this by Masatoshi Nakayama see all copies from $14.50! first editions
24	Karate Kata: Heian 2, Heian 3 more books like this by Masatoshi Nakayama see all copies from $13.76! new only from $24.95! \| first editions
25 view cover	For Women more books like this by Donn F Draeger, Masatoshi Nakayama This six-volume series is a comprehensive, inexpensive and practical survey of self-defense tactics using karate techniques. Each book features numerous photographs and illustrations making it accessible to novice and expert alike. see all copies from $1.99! first editions

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