Suruchin: Flexible Weapon of Okinawan Kobudo - Paperback

by Olivia Susan Fritts (Editor), Leo Scott III Britt (Author)

*2nd Edition, in full color!*

This in-depth book covers the history and use of the traditional Okinawan weapon Suruchin (or Surujin). The most comprehensive book on this weapon in existence, this work includes over 360 photos with sections covering origins, construction, techniques, training methods, and all traditional katas (forms) across styles.
Includes kata from Taira Shinken's lineage translated into English for the first time!

This second edition is in full color, with 15 pages of additional historical information and photographs!