The Language of Aikido : A Practitioner's Guide to Japanese Characters and Terminology
Language: English
Published by Talking Budo Jul 2017, 2017
- Softcover
- New
Seller: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, GermanyAHA-BUCH GmbH
AbeBooks seller since August 14, 2006
Condition: New
£ 32.59
Quantity: 2 available
Add to basketItem description from seller
Neuware - Researched and written by a professional linguist with decades of experience as a student of Japanese language, culture, and martial arts-including living and training in Japan for 10 years-'The Language of Aikido: A Practitioner's Guide to Japanese Characters and Terminology' was designed specifically for students and teachers of the Japanese martial art Aikido, but will also be of interest to Japanese language enthusiasts who practice other martial arts such as Karate, Judo, Jujutsu, Iaido, and Kendo.Translating martial arts terminology using a standard Japanese-to-English dictionary is potentially fraught with cultural and contextual errors due to the specialized way that such terminology is used in a Budo study. Even dojo glossaries, while more specifically directed at relevant connotations of such vocabulary, are sometimes lacking in depth and historical and linguist context. Without the combination of a background in the Japanese language coupled with a serious study of Budo, proper understanding of the richness and full meanings of these terms can prove difficult to the non-Japanese speaker. This book attempts to address this problem by introducing the reader to historical and deep contextual information, alternate understandings of terms through the minds of experts in other Japanese martial traditions, and multiple translations of particular kanji (characters).In addition to chapters on Japanese pronunciation and writing systems, this book contains countless entries related to Aikido's history, luminary figures, rank, customs and courtesies, training, equipment, fundamentals, techniques, higher concepts, relevant Japanese proverbs, as well as a sampling of translations of Doka (Songs of the Path) written by Aikido's founder, Ueshiba Morihei. It is, to the best of my knowledge, the single most complete work of its kind in existence in the English language.In the words of Ikeda Hiroshi, Aikikai Shihan 7th Dan and Boulder Aikikai Chief Instructor, 'In the process of learning these arts, in addition to learning technical movement, understanding the Japanese language is important-starting with necessary words for use in the dojo including the names of techniques, etiquette-related phrases, practice terminology, and general martial arts vocabulary.'.…
Seller Inventory # 9780692907450
- Title
- The Language of Aikido : A Practitioner's Guide to Japanese Characters and Terminology
- Author
- Michael Hacker
- Publisher
- Talking Budo Jul 2017
- Publication year
- 2017
- Condition
- Neu
- Binding
- Taschenbuch
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0692907459
- ISBN 13
- 9780692907450
- Item weight
- 200 grams
- Dimensions
- 229x152x8 mm
Master the Japanese vocabulary and cultural nuance behind Aikido—so you can train with clarity, teach with confidence, and finally understand what your sensei is saying.
Many English-speaking Aikido students seem to repeat Japanese terms without knowing what they mean. Instructors often inherit mistranslations and pass them on. And most Aikido books list words without explaining why those words matter in a martial context.
This book fixes those problems.
Perfect for:
- Beginners who want to stop guessing at Aikido terminology
- Intermediate students who want cultural and linguistic accuracy
- Instructors who want to use the right language when teaching
- Martial-arts nerds who love etymology, history, and kanji-related nuance
After reading, you’ll be able to:
- Understand dojo vocabulary without waiting for someone else to translate
- Decode key terms like kokyu, maai, ukemi, and awase
- Pronounce Japanese terms more accurately (and avoid common mistakes)
- Understand why specific kanji were chosen—and what they imply about intent
- Read Japanese Aikido-related material with more confidence
- Explain terminology clearly to students
Why this book stands out:
Most Aikido books talk about history, philosophy, and technique. Yet almost none explain the language, culture, and thinking behind the words.
This volume includes:
- Japanese, Romaji, and English renderings
- Clear explanations of martial context
- Cultural notes you can apply immediately
- Linguistic accuracy from a trained linguist and experienced Aikidoka
Concise enough to carry in your dojo bag. Deep enough to act as a reference.
About the author:
Written by a professional linguist and long-time Aikido practitioner who trained in Japan for a decade and has spent half a lifetime examining how native Japanese speakers actually use these terms and how they get distorted in translation.
Practical benefits:
No more:
- Guessing at meanings during practice
- Teaching words you’re unsure about
- Making embarrassing pronunciation mistakes
More:
- Precision
- Cultural alignment
- Confidence on the mat
Where it belongs:
Next to your keikogi, weapons, or notebook. Better yet: on your dojo book shelf! Also, the ebook version is excellent for referencing from your phone or tablet!
If you train Aikido—or any Japanese martial art, really—you should own this reference.
"Synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
"About the title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Shipping rates from Germany to U.S.A.
| Item | 7 to 10 business days | 5 to 7 business days |
|---|---|---|
| First item | £ 29.17 | £ 37.50 |
Payment methods
- Bank Wire Transfer
- Check
- Paypal
Store description
Das Unternehmen AHA-BUCH GmbH: Seit der Gründung von AHA-BUCH im Juli 2005 ist unser Hauptziel, zufriedenen Kunden so schnell und so preisgünstig wie möglich ihren Bücherwunsch zu erfüllen. Unsere Firma beschäftigt 16 Mitarbeiter, die nur ein Ziel kennen: den Kunden und seine Wünsche! Auf über 3700 m2 Fläche haben wir über 100.000 Bücher, Modernes Antiquariat und Spiele auf Lager.
Specialty
Kinderbücher & Kinderhör Casetten, German Books, Software, Natur & Tiere, Ratgeber, Sachbücher, Englische Bücher, Medizin & Gesundheit, Universität & StudiumSeller's business information
AHA-BUCH GmbH
Garlebsen 48
Einbeck, Germany 37574
Terms of sale
Imprint
Seller Info:
AHA-BUCH GmbH
represented by the managing director Christel Glass
Garlebsen 48
37574 Einbeck
Deutschland
Telefon: 055639996039
Telefax: 055639995974
E-Mail: abebooks@aha-buch.de
USt-IdNr.: DE261904229
registered at Commercial register Amtsgerichtes Göttingen
Handelsregisternummer HRB 200691
Alternative dispute resolution:
The European Commission provides a platform for out-of-court online dispute resolution (ODR platform), which can be accessed under https://ec.europa.eu/odr.
We have been a member of the "FairCommerce" initiative since 25.05.2018.
For more information, see www.fair-commerce.de.
Right of withdrawal
If you are a consumer you can withdraw from the contract in accordance with the following. Consumer means any natural person who is acting for purposes which are outside his trade, business, craft or profession.
Information regarding the right of withdrawal
Statutory right to withdraw
You have the right to withdraw from this contract within 14 days without giving any reason.
The withdrawal period will expire after 14 days from the day on which you acquire, or a third party other than the carrier and indicated by you acquires, physical possession of the last good or the last lot or piece.
To exercise the right of withdrawal, electronically fill in and submit a clear statement on our website, under "My Purchases" in "My Account". We will communicate to you an acknowledgement of receipt of such a withdrawal on a durable medium (e.g. by e-mail) without delay.
To meet the withdrawal deadline, it is sufficient for you to send your communication concerning your exercise of the right of withdrawal before the withdrawal period has expired.
Effects of withdrawal
If you withdraw from this contract, we will reimburse to you all payments received from you, including the costs of delivery (except for the supplementary costs arising if you chose a type of delivery other than the least expensive type of standard delivery offered by us).
We may make a deduction from the reimbursement for loss in value of any goods supplied, if the loss is the result of unnecessary handling by you.
We will make the reimbursement without undue delay, and not later than 14 days after the day on which we are informed about your decision to withdraw from this contract.
We will make the reimbursement using the same means of payment as you used for the initial transaction, unless you have expressly agreed otherwise; in any event, you will not incur any fees as a result of such reimbursement.
We may withhold reimbursement until we have received the goods back, or you have supplied evidence of having sent back the goods, whichever is the earliest.
You shall send back the goods or hand them over to AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Germany, without undue delay and in any event not later than 14 days from the day on which you communicate your withdrawal from this contract to us. The deadline is met if you send back the goods before the period of 14 days has expired. You will have to bear the direct cost of returning the goods. You are only liable for any diminished value of the goods resulting from the handling other than what is necessary to establish the nature, characteristics and functioning of the goods.
Exceptions to the right of withdrawal
The right of withdrawal does not apply to:
- The delivery of newspapers, journals or magazines with the exception of subscription contracts; and
- The supply of digital content which is not supplied on a tangible medium (e.g. on a CD or DVD) if you accepted when you placed your order that we could start to deliver it, and that you could not withdraw once delivery had started.
Shipping terms
We ship your order after we received them
for articles on hand latest 24 hours,
for articles with overnight supply latest 48 hours.
In case we need to order an article from our supplier our dispatch time depends on the reception date of the articles, but the articles will be shipped on the same day.
Our goal is to send the ordered articles in the fastest, but also most efficient and secure way to our customers.