Product Description: The first proper fortifications in Japan began to develop with the appearance of the first emperors around 250. Although initially fortifications were simply wooden constructions, as internal strife became a way of life in Japan, more and increasingly elaborate fortifications were built...read more

The Japanese martial arts developed during the Middle Ages are described in terms of their historical context, techniques, rituals, and equipment

Product Description: Warfare in Japan from the fourth to the nineteenth century has caused much controversy among Western military and political historians. This volume assembles key articles written by specialists in the field on military organization, the social context of war, battle action, weapons and martial arts...read more

Product Description: For the first time, this study examines in depth how the medieval Japanese masters of Heiho - the Art of War - sought to interpret, illustrate and transmit the principles of Sun-Tzu during the war-torn Muromachi period (c. 1350 - 1575)...read more

Traces the history of the martial arts of Japan from the feudal period, illustrating implements and characteristic dress

Product Description: 1979 3rd Printing Weatherhill