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Preface
The value of Jiu-Jutsu is proven by the fact that wherever known the advantages of this art are greatly appreciated, and its principle are incorporated into the systems of physical culture in use in that country. Indeed, it is no longer a means only for self-defense or intellectual culture,
It is the wish of all people to possess strong, well developed bodies, and perfect health.
Poor health should be the misfortune of only very aged people. In fact, it has been declared by an eminent american authority of physical training, that 'Weakness is a crime.'
In Japan, Jiu-Jutsu for physical training is of very ancient origin and was considered only a military accomplishment among Knights until Prof. J. Kano completed its system scientifically, considering its use principally for physical training. The number of persons who practice Jiu-Jutsu has lately increased considerably, but instructors are few, so this book has been compiled as an attempt to make up this deficiency at least in part, and to give help to those who wish to know the method and possess good health.
In this book, we have tried to treat of the general outlines of the Kodo-Kwan method, founded by Prof. Kano, in a selection from the written instructions of Prof. Yokoyama in easily understood language, avoiding difficult scientific theories and explanatons. Many of the tricks treated of have been explained in the most careful manner-in such a way that the reader may easily see that such and such a trick should be applied when his opponent takes a position.
The relation between trick and trick, and the consequent innumerable changes of situation cannot be anticipated.
Therefore, how one can put one's antagonist in a position advantageous to one's self, or how one can turn it to account, cannot be explained by written words only.
Moreover, when we come to the delicate points of a trick, since even spoken words are quite powerless to explain them, how much less adequate are written ones? Such things can be perceived only by telepathy. It is, therefore our earnest desire that our readers should carefully read this book and digest it in order to attain to an understanding of these finer points by means of deeper study.
In taking up this exhiliarating art, there is one danger, that some will want to master the whole, method in a week, against which the reader must be warned. Study and practice carefully and do not be impetuous or impatient.
After thoroughly reading and understanding, the instructions, first lay the foundation by careful, persistent practice, and then the super-structure may be built by degrees. There is no danger in Jiu-Jutsu if each step of the work is taken up thoroughly in its order, and with complete mastery of each successive phase of the scientific method, along with perfect physical development it certainly makes for enjoyment of life.-K. Yamanaka
Contents
Chapter I Introduction
The Story of the Origin of Jiu-Jutsu
The Kodokwan
Chapter II Theory of Contest
Method of Attacking
The table of the methods
Elementary rules to decide the victory
Natural fundamental posture
How and when to attack
How to break the 'Natural Posture'
How to keep right posture when lying down
Is much strength necessary?
Harmony of bones and muscles
The technical terms of judo or jiu-jutsu
Mental activity
Chapter III suggestions to the beginner
Warning to the judo pupils
Mental power and knowledge
Chapter IV fundamental training
How to fall
Careful advance and retreat
Seizing on the garments
Chapter V Names of tricks and classifications
Chapter VI Kata of Throwing Tricks
1. Ukiotoshi (Lifting and pulling down)
2. Seoi-nage (Throwing over shoulder)
3. Kataguruma (Shouldering)
4. Uki-goshi (Floating Loins)
5. Harai-goshi (Sweeping of the loins)
6. Tsurikomi-goshi (Liftpull-loins)
7. Ashi-barai (Sweeping or tripping up the foot)
8. Tsurikomi-ashi (Lift-pull-foot)
9. Uchi-mata (Inner throw)
10. Tomoye-nage (Throwing in a circle
11. Uranage (Rear throw)
12. Sumi-gayeshi (Corner throw)
13. Yoko-gake (Lateral dash)
14. Yoko-guruma (Lateral wheel)
15. Uki-waza (Floating trick)
Chapter VII Applied tricks for randori
1. Hizaguruma (Knee wheel)
2. Sasaye-turikomi-ashi (Prop-lift-pull foot)
3. Uki-goshi (floating loins)
4. Tai-otoshi (Pulling down body)
5. O-sotogari (Major exterior reaping)
The value of Jiu-Jutsu is proven by the fact that wherever known the advantages of this art are greatly appreciated, and its principle are incorporated into the systems of physical culture in use in that country. Indeed, it is no longer a means only for self-defense or intellectual culture,
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but is a perfect method of physical development.It is the wish of all people to possess strong, well developed bodies, and perfect health.
Poor health should be the misfortune of only very aged people. In fact, it has been declared by an eminent american authority of physical training, that 'Weakness is a crime.'
In Japan, Jiu-Jutsu for physical training is of very ancient origin and was considered only a military accomplishment among Knights until Prof. J. Kano completed its system scientifically, considering its use principally for physical training. The number of persons who practice Jiu-Jutsu has lately increased considerably, but instructors are few, so this book has been compiled as an attempt to make up this deficiency at least in part, and to give help to those who wish to know the method and possess good health.
In this book, we have tried to treat of the general outlines of the Kodo-Kwan method, founded by Prof. Kano, in a selection from the written instructions of Prof. Yokoyama in easily understood language, avoiding difficult scientific theories and explanatons. Many of the tricks treated of have been explained in the most careful manner-in such a way that the reader may easily see that such and such a trick should be applied when his opponent takes a position.
The relation between trick and trick, and the consequent innumerable changes of situation cannot be anticipated.
Therefore, how one can put one's antagonist in a position advantageous to one's self, or how one can turn it to account, cannot be explained by written words only.
Moreover, when we come to the delicate points of a trick, since even spoken words are quite powerless to explain them, how much less adequate are written ones? Such things can be perceived only by telepathy. It is, therefore our earnest desire that our readers should carefully read this book and digest it in order to attain to an understanding of these finer points by means of deeper study.
In taking up this exhiliarating art, there is one danger, that some will want to master the whole, method in a week, against which the reader must be warned. Study and practice carefully and do not be impetuous or impatient.
After thoroughly reading and understanding, the instructions, first lay the foundation by careful, persistent practice, and then the super-structure may be built by degrees. There is no danger in Jiu-Jutsu if each step of the work is taken up thoroughly in its order, and with complete mastery of each successive phase of the scientific method, along with perfect physical development it certainly makes for enjoyment of life.-K. Yamanaka
Contents
Chapter I Introduction
The Story of the Origin of Jiu-Jutsu
The Kodokwan
Chapter II Theory of Contest
Method of Attacking
The table of the methods
Elementary rules to decide the victory
Natural fundamental posture
How and when to attack
How to break the 'Natural Posture'
How to keep right posture when lying down
Is much strength necessary?
Harmony of bones and muscles
The technical terms of judo or jiu-jutsu
Mental activity
Chapter III suggestions to the beginner
Warning to the judo pupils
Mental power and knowledge
Chapter IV fundamental training
How to fall
Careful advance and retreat
Seizing on the garments
Chapter V Names of tricks and classifications
Chapter VI Kata of Throwing Tricks
1. Ukiotoshi (Lifting and pulling down)
2. Seoi-nage (Throwing over shoulder)
3. Kataguruma (Shouldering)
4. Uki-goshi (Floating Loins)
5. Harai-goshi (Sweeping of the loins)
6. Tsurikomi-goshi (Liftpull-loins)
7. Ashi-barai (Sweeping or tripping up the foot)
8. Tsurikomi-ashi (Lift-pull-foot)
9. Uchi-mata (Inner throw)
10. Tomoye-nage (Throwing in a circle
11. Uranage (Rear throw)
12. Sumi-gayeshi (Corner throw)
13. Yoko-gake (Lateral dash)
14. Yoko-guruma (Lateral wheel)
15. Uki-waza (Floating trick)
Chapter VII Applied tricks for randori
1. Hizaguruma (Knee wheel)
2. Sasaye-turikomi-ashi (Prop-lift-pull foot)
3. Uki-goshi (floating loins)
4. Tai-otoshi (Pulling down body)
5. O-sotogari (Major exterior reaping)
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