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Book Synopsis: “Kensei, Kyan Chōtoku; The Man and his Art,” is a work by, the IRKRS. It is a compilation of various Kyan Chōtoku-related material; His youth, education and impact upon the fighting arts, along with a look at the highly controversial 1898 Ryukyu Shimpo articles, the 1920s Taiwan incident, his 1929 interview and the 1936 round table gathering through to his 1942 article, “Karate no Omoide.” A smattering of rare photos, various individual testimonials from personal students, and, for the first time ever, his recently discovered, 1932 unpublished work, “Okinawa Kenpo Karate-do Kihon Zukai Kumite.” There's more, too; Recently discovered hand brushed calligraphy by his father, Chōfu; his personal bo, gi and actual burial tomb, along with the support of, and additional contributions by, Irei Hiroshi, Shimabukuro Zenpo, Hokama Tetsuhiro, Konno Bin, Tokumura Kensho, Dan Smith, Miguel Da Luz, Brian Arthur, James Pankiewicz, Joe Swift, Scot Mertz, Graham Noble, James Hatch, Andy Sloane, Charles Goodin, Neal Simpson and many more! This work should be on the bookshelves of any and all serious traditional Karate enthusiast regardless of style…
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Enhance your knowledge and appreciation of traditional Karate with "Kensei, Kyan Chōtoku: The Man and his Art." This comprehensive work, compiled by the IRKRS, delves deep into the life and teachings of the legendary Kyan Chōtoku. Immerse yourself in fascinating details about his youth, education, and the lasting impact he had on the fighting arts.
What sets this book apart is the inclusion of highly controversial 1898 Ryukyu Shimpo articles, shedding light on the social and political climate at the time. Explore his involvement in the 1920s Taiwan incident and gain insights through his 1929 interview and the 1936 round table gathering. Discover a rare gem - his unpublished work from 1932, "Okinawa Kenpo Karate-do Kihon Zukai Kumite," found only recently.
The visual allure of this book is unparalleled. Lose yourself in a collection of rare photos and feast your eyes on hand brushed calligraphy by Chōfu, Kyan Chōtoku's father. As a bonus, we take you beyond the pages, showcasing his personal bo, gi, and actual burial tomb. The support and contributions of esteemed individuals such as Irei Hiroshi, Shimabukuro Zenpo, Hokama Tetsuhiro, and many more, add further credibility to this masterpiece.
If you consider yourself a serious traditional Karate enthusiast, this is a must-have addition to your bookshelf. Regardless of your specific style, "Kensei, Kyan Chōtoku: The Man and his Art" will immerse you in the world of Karate and deepen your understanding of its roots. Get your copy now and embark on an extraordinary journey of knowledge and wisdom.
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