Essential Shorinjiryu Karatedo - French version

In Essential Shorinjiryu Karatedo, Masayuki Kukan Hisataka, a ninth-Dan black belt karate master, presents the innovative and effective Shorinjiryu Kenkokan Karatedo system.

French translation by Philippe Nadeau

This complete Okinawan karate style, practiced for centuries, is part of a scientific and evolving martial approach, integrating elements of kung-fu, Shishiryu style bo jutsu from Kudakajima, as well as influences from Western and Asian medicine.

In this detailed guide, Master Hisataka demonstrates the karate techniques, combat combinations, and katas (pre-established forms) that have made him an internationally recognized master in both karate and judo.

He describes in detail the fundamental karate strikes, kicks, and blocks, as well as the philosophy of yin-yang and the five elements, and how these principles influence combat strategy and attitude. The history of karate’s development since ancient times is covered in detail, with a particular focus on the Okinawan masters who introduced karate to Japan.

The book's 430 photographs illustrate combat techniques, with a variety of striking combinations, counter-attacks, and three classic katas performed.

This is the first book in French to present the use of Supersafe protective equipment in martial arts training.