The Most Important Swordsmen of Early 20th Century Japan, Takano, Sasaburō Foundational Work Kendo Instruction Manuals Kendō Kyōhon, 1931
Takano, Sasaburō. Kendō Kyōhon (Kendo Manual). Tokyo: Sanshodo, 1931. One volume. First edition. Text in Japanese. Illustrated with instructional halftone photographs and plates demonstrating formal kata, stances, sword handling, and Itto-ryū lineage forms. Original tan paper wrappers with yellow and black printed ornamentation. 122 pages. 8vo. A foundational Kendo manual.....