The Book has Arrived!
This morning, I received a few copies of the new book. I have heard from the editor that it should be released to the general public by the middle of June.
Soke is very pleased with the new book and already speaking about the next one which is loosely focused on the Gokui of Budo.
The first couple of pages are full color photos of various scrolls and paintings. (as seen in the picture)
I hope that all enjoy the new book as in all things Hatsumi sensei, a beautiful work of art.
武心和
May 15, 2008 at 6:17 am
looking good sir!!
May 15, 2008 at 11:58 am
Excellent Doug! I am looking forward to receiving my copy soon.
May 15, 2008 at 12:45 pm
Thanks Doug!!!
May 15, 2008 at 6:32 pm
hi doug looking forward to receiving my copy soon i have ordered some from amazon also hope to see you soon in ireland
May 17, 2008 at 9:14 am
Doug, お疲れ様！Great teaser pictures! I’m looking forward to getting a copy.
June 2, 2008 at 11:26 pm
Sorry that this kinda sparks a question but its a must in my mind is samurai combat and bujikan related i thought that samurai combat and ninjutsu were to total different martial arts
please dont errase this comment i would realy like an answer
THANKS
chad
June 3, 2008 at 1:14 am
Chad,
Happy to clarify this. I don’t usually do this, in this case I will make an exception since you asked directly. This information should be widely available.
The ryuha in the Bujinkan such as Gyokko Ryu, Kukishin Ryu, Koto Ryu are common martial arts. There was no difference from Samurai or Ninja in this case.
The Ninja were simply a warrior class that was focused on a different goal: obtaining information and protecting it. They were the intelligence of the times.
So due to their different focus, they developed techniques of espionage, assassination, and trickery to achieve their goals.
If they were engaged in combat, their goal was to escape and protect what they possessed, tangible or intangible.
A majority of these Ninja, were trained in other warriors arts, the arts of the times, and this was the typical Bushi based training. Same training the Samurai were exposed to.
I hope this answers your question. The difference in simply in the mindset and the goal. The legend of Ninjutsu being a superior martial art or a different martial art is a bit blurred.
D
June 3, 2008 at 2:48 am
Thank you for the insite and im looking forword to buying this book!
chad
June 4, 2008 at 10:24 pm
We here in spain are eager to acquire one, though we are worried by the fact that amazon and other resellers appear to schedule the release of the book for august (!!?). I would thank any light on the subject.
Ben
June 10, 2008 at 11:15 pm
Hi Doug,
JUST got the book here yesterday— it’s really great!
I think this book will truly stand the test of time and is Hatsumi-sensei’s finest work to date, in my opinion.
However there are some questions regarding certain sections of the book I would like to ask you privately via e-mail. Please reply at your earliest convenience to my personal e-mail address.
Thanks very much for your time! See you in Japan, hopefully sooner than later!
Regards,
Jason