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Bokken: Art of the Japanese Sword.

Author: Dave Lowry - 192 pages - Paperback

The Art of Drawing the Sword

Author: Darrell Craig - 257 pages - Paperback

To the Japanese, the sword is a spiritual weapon, possessed of a kind of divinity, a self reflective of the soul of its maker, owner, and user. Around its mystical powers has grown a centuries-old ritual and a fascinating, intricate discipline.
This unique guide unlocks the mysteries of this ancient ritual practice, explaining the history and significance of swords in the samurai culture, and documenting the techniques of swordsmanship, as no other book in English does.
Black and white line drawings and photographs enliven the narrative; a glossary of sword terminology closes the text.

Iaido; History, Teaching, and Practice of Japanese Swordsmanship

Author: Akita Moriji, William De Lange - 176 pages - Paperback

The Definitive Guide

Author: Hiroshi Ozawa - 174 pages - Hardcover

This Is Kendo - The Art Of Japanese Fencing

Author: Junzo Sasamori, Gordon Warner - 96 Illustrations - 160 pages - Paperback

A manual of Eishin Ryu Iaido

Author: Nicklaus Suino - 252 pages - Paperback

Practical Drills for Japanese Swordsmanship

Author: Nicklaus Suino - 103 pages - Paperback

Author: Nicklaus Suino - 184 pages - Paperback

The Classical Samurai Art of Drawing the Sword

Author: Darrell Max Craig - 314 pages - Paperback

Mastering Eishin-Ryu Swordsmanship

Authors: Leonard Pellman, Masayuki Shimabukuro - 352 pages - Paperback

Technique and Practice

Authors: Donn F. Draeger, Gordon Warner - 312 pages - Paperback

This book offers a wonderful introduction to the martial artist who has been exposed to limited swordplay in a martial arts class and wants to continue learning separately. Illustrations and explanations of the moves and forms help readers fully learn each lesson.

A Study Of Kendo Kata

Author: Paul Budden - 128 pages - Paperback

Endorsed by the All-Japan Kendo Federation

The Art of Japanese Swordsmanship

Author: Charles Daniel - 125 pages - Paperback

Author: John Yumoto - 191 pages - Hardcover

The samurai sword: symbol of the spirit of old Japan it embodies the samurai’s steel discipline, unswerving devotion, and peerless skill.
A feat of craftsmanship by hereditary artisans, the samurai sword is often judged superior to the famed blades of Western Damascus and Toledo. This complete handbook reveals the lore of the samurai sword, fascinating both for owners and for the intrigued. Detailing the origins and development of the samurai sword, its historical background, styles, famous schools, and differences in construction, it outlines methods of identifying and researching the sword, as well as caring for it properly.

Author: Leon and Hiroko Kapp/Yoshindo Yoshihara - 168 pages - Hardcover

A Comprehensive Guide

Author: Kanzan Sato - 210 pages - Hardcover

Authors: Setsuo Takaiwa, Yoshindo Yoshihara, Leon and Hiroko Kapp - 192 pages - Hardcover  

The Art of Japanese Sword Polishing is the first book in English to examine in great detail the polisher's techniques. It illustrates the methods, materials, and tools used for this process. But the book's true aim is to bring to readers an appreciation of the beauty of a well-crafted Japanese sword. As readers learn both how the sword polisher enhances the beauty of a blade and how he handles the problems of coaxing out its finest qualities through his polishing techniques, they will come to a higher understanding of the fine art of making a Japanese sword, and be able to view, purchase, or collect swords with greater pleasure.