Jukendo and Tankendo Kata Book by Baptiste Tavernier (Hardcover) Kiyose Nakae flourished under numerous master swordsmiths

flourished under numerous master swordsmiths

Includes many detailed photos

Even if you're a black belt or instructor

In 1974 he wrote "Teach yourself Kung Fu"

Iai (Drawing Sword Techniques)

Jukendo and Tankendo Kata Book by Baptiste Tavernier (Hardcover) Kiyose Nakae flourished under numerous master swordsmithsThe ultimate purpose of practicing kata is to gain an understanding of the essence of jukendo and tankendo. The kata combines the basic technical components of jukendo and tankendo in set forms with a fixed order. Through kata one can train one's spirit, posture and attitude; learn combinations of techniques and how to judge maai; understand the different thrusting, striking and cutting opportunities; learn to evaluate irimi seitai possibilities;