Gōjū-Ryū Karatedō Desk Reference
Volume 1: Introduction & Historic Chronology (3rd Edition)
The definitive educational guide to the history of traditional Okinawan Karate-dō (剛柔流空手道 参考書).
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Note to Readers: The 3rd Edition features extensive updates including verified names, translations, and newly discovered historical documentation. For a detailed list of academic revisions and the full changelog, please refer to our dedicated Revision History Page.
Volume Overview & Supplemental Guides
The Gōjū-Ryū Karatedō series provides comprehensive research, terminology, and technical guidance for practitioners of all levels.
Volume 1: Introduction & Historic Chronology
- Karatedō 空手道, Budō 武道 & Bujutsu 武術.
- About Gōjū-Ryū 剛柔流について.
- Rekishi Gōjū-Ryū History 剛柔流の歴史.
Student Handbooks & Workbooks
- Supplemental Guide: Formalities, organization, and Rei 礼 (bowing and respect).
- Introductory vocabulary and brief overview to core Kata 形.
- Paginated Workbook: Dedicated sections to set goals, track, and record training progress.
