Ryu Kyu Kenpo Karate: Written in 1922 (Funakoshi Project)

Written in 1922, "RYUKYU KENPO KARATE" is the first book ever written by Gichin Funakoshl more than 100 years ago. Funakoshi, the founder of Japanese Karate gives us a glimpse into the mind of the man who started it all. Keeping in mind that photography in Japan was still in its infancy in 1922, there are only a few actual photographs included, but there are many line drawings by the author. You will see exactly how Funakoshi wanted his basics performed. He also gives us an exact and complete history of the Okinawan art of self-defense and how he hopes that Karate will spread around the world.