Looking at a Far Mountain: A Study of Kendo Kata - Paul Budden - Google Books

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This is an exploration of kendo, a combination of sport and meditation derived from the ancient Japanese warrior art of the sword imbued wih principles of Zen Buddhism. The book offers a history of the tradition and technical specifics such as positioning,…