Flashing Steel, 25th Anniversary Edition - Mastering Eishin-Ryu Swordsmanship

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Master Japanese swordsmanship; philosophy and technique.

If the elegance and discipline of ancient martial arts captivate you, "Flashing Steel, 25th Anniversary Edition" can be a treasured guide on your shelf. It’s not just about learning to wield a sword; it delves into a philosophy of life that could enrich your understanding of self-defense and personal development, intertwined with a physical art form that has stood the test of time. Whether you're a practitioner or an enthusiast of Japanese culture and martial arts, this comprehensive book offers a deep dive into the nuances of iaijutsu.

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Flashing Steel, 25th Anniversary Edition - Mastering Eishin-Ryu Swordsmanship

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ISBN: 9781623175030
Publisher: Blue Snake Books
Date of Publication: 2020-10-06
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: History, Philosophy, Sports
Goodreads rating: 4.6
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Revised and updated, the classic guide to the techniques, philosophy, and applications of iaijutsu -- the art of self-defense with the Japanese sword. The 25th anniversary edition of the best-selling, highly acclaimed classic Flashing Steel introduces updated techniques, drills, and practices for students and practitioners of iaijutsu (or iaido). This complete essential resource on the Japanese sword arts expands on the two previous editions with additional practices, deep attention to foundational elements, and practical techniques -- including 55 ways of deploying a samurai sword in self-defense. Expanded and revised, the memorial edition of Flashing Steel includes updates on promotion guidelines, tournaments, extended series of solo quick-draw exercises, and more, plus two added sets of solo techniques and three added sets of partner exercises to develop timing, distance control, angles of attack and defense, mental focus, and attitude. It provides a deep survey of fundamentals like training progression, preparation, etiquette, and proper sword nomenclature. Students will learn realistic defense and attack scenarios with wider applications to martial arts like kendo and aikido, while absorbing the philosophical tenets that inform and infuse the warrior's life with meaning and fulfillment. Organized into 23 chapters with black and white photographs throughout, this anniversary edition also includes an expanded history of iaijutsu, and an updated biography and tribute to the late Masayuki Shimab
 

Master Japanese swordsmanship; philosophy and technique.

If the elegance and discipline of ancient martial arts captivate you, "Flashing Steel, 25th Anniversary Edition" can be a treasured guide on your shelf. It’s not just about learning to wield a sword; it delves into a philosophy of life that could enrich your understanding of self-defense and personal development, intertwined with a physical art form that has stood the test of time. Whether you're a practitioner or an enthusiast of Japanese culture and martial arts, this comprehensive book offers a deep dive into the nuances of iaijutsu.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.