{"product_id":"aikido-its-history-and-practice-paperback","title":"Aikido - Its History and Practice - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMoriteru Ueshiba\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eYoshifumi Saito\u003c\/b\u003e (Translator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis definitive volume presents a comprehensive exploration of Aikido, tracing its development from the life and spiritual quest of its founder, Morihei Ueshiba, through the efforts of the second Dōshu, Kisshomaru Ueshiba, who guided its spread and public recognition, to the initiatives of the current Dōshu (Moriteru Ueshiba) that have supported its continued global growth. Beginning with the founder's formative experiences and key encounters with figures such as Sokaku Takeda and Onisaburo Deguchi, the book follows the establishment of Aikido in Tokyo, its postwar expansion, and its emergence as an international martial art. Alongside this historical narrative, it explains the philosophy that has shaped Aikido, the training methods that embody its ideals, and the essential principles underlying its techniques-from basic body movement and kokyū power to the wide range of technical variations. Both historical record and practical guide, this authoritative work offers readers a thorough understanding of Aikido's origins, development, and enduring principles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMoriteru Ueshiba was born on April 2, 1951, in Tokyo. He is the Dōshu (hereditary headmaster) of Aikido, having succeeded to the position in 1999. His father was the second Dōshu, Kisshomaru Ueshiba, and his grandfather was the founder, Morihei Ueshiba.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter graduating from the Faculty of Economics at Meiji Gakuin University, he joined the Aikikai Foundation. He served as Executive Director of the Aikikai and Chief Instructor of the Aikikai Hombu Dojo.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHe currently holds several key positions, including Chairman of the Aikikai Foundation, President of the International Aikido Federation, Director of the Nippon Budokan Foundation, and Councillor of International Budo University. In 2013, he received the Medal with Blue Ribbon. He was conferred an Ansheta Medal from Brazil, a Friendship Medal from the Russian President, and was also awarded the Gold Medal of the University of Valencia.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHis main publications include \u003cem\u003eAikidō Keiko to Kokoro\u003c\/em\u003e (Training and the Spirit of Aikido) (Naigai Publishers) and \u003cem\u003eKaitei Shinpan Kihan Aikidō Kihon-hen\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003cem\u003eRevised New Edition Standard Aikido: Basic Volume)\u003c\/em\u003e (Shuppan Geijutsusha), among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 358\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.74 x 7.4 x 5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 25, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52042711040301,"sku":"9784907009496","price":39.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/3185\/6429\/files\/aikido-its-history-and-practice-paperback-8539271.webp?v=1780171629","url":"https:\/\/ishookbooks.com\/products\/aikido-its-history-and-practice-paperback","provider":"iShook Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}