This is Kendo: The Art of Japanese Fencing

"An excellent introduction to traditional Japanese swordsmanship."—Daily Yamiuri

This book introduces Kendo, the exhilarating mental and physical sport of Japan that has gained new popularity, with both sexes now participating, its own evolution and the efforts of a remarkable group of teachers it has progressed through the years to its present position as a sport.

This is Kendo is a fully illustrated introduction to the traditional art of Japanese fencing—its essential nature and its basic t...