Kata of Kodokan Judo Revised (1968) Sumuyuki Kotani, Osawa & Hirose PB DJ Good

Koyano Bussan Kaisha, 1968. Trade paperback with dust jacket of Kata of Kodokan Judo Revised by Sumuyuki Kotani, Yoshimi Osawa & Yuichi Hirose.

The definitive instructional guide to the formal exercise patterns (Kata) of Kodokan Judo, as established by its founder, Jigoro Kano.

It systematically details the techniques, principles, and philosophical meaning of each major kata, including:

Nage-no-kata (Forms of Throwing)

Katame-no-kata (Forms of Grappling/Hold-downs)

Kime-no-kata (Forms of Decision/Self-Defense)

The official, technical reference for preserving the fundamental concepts of balance, efficiency, and application that form the complete art of Judo beyond competitive sport.

Good condition. Solid book with shelf wear.