Lowry, Dave

Bokken: Art of the Japanese Sword

Burbank, California: Ohara Publications. Fifth printing, 1989. Paperback. 191 pages. Softcover, in very good condition. Quite clean and fresh, with very slight wear to the covers' extremities. Item #515
ISBN: 0897501047

First published in 1986. A comprehensive account of the bokken, the Japanese wooden practice sword. Includes chapters on the origin of the bokken, training, selecting equipment, basics and fundamentals, striking methods, combination techniques, techniques with a partner, and the seated bow that begins and ends sessions. Hundreds of photographs, and a two-page glossary.

Price: $8.00