Vital Judo

by Tetsuya Sato

From the "This book breaks completely with older judo-book practices by beginning with the question, What must one do in an actual match?" To answer that question, the authors have called on the services of top-ranking judo men of international status. These champions have presented techniques they have developed to suit their own needs and abilities. ..." Profusely illustrated with good explanatory text.

192 pages, Hardcover

Published January 1, 1973

Reviews

[Augusto Bernardi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent judo book. My favourite one so far. A large variety of techniques with great photos of multiple parts of the sequence, accompanied by descriptions of each step and also multiple grips and combos you can use with each move. The most complete judo book I have seen. And yet it isn't nearly complete because it's only the throwing component of judo and not any of the ground stuff. This book put a much smaller focus into any of the philosophical aspects of judo or the sport itself. Highly recommend this one though for those learning to throw.