Product Description
by Jose M. Fraguas (Author)
In this second volume of "Shotokan Legends", a repertoire of exclusive interviews with legendary figures of Shotokan Karate-do, such as Hiroyasu Fujishima, Kenneth Funakoshi, Randall Hassell, Dan Ivan, Les Safar, Nobuaki Kanazawa, Tom Muzila, Hiryoshi Okazaki, Henri Plee, Yasuyoshi Sato, amongst others, the many threads of traditional Shotokan karate learning, lore, and legend are woven together in a classic work. In this definitive book about the greatest Shotokan masters, old and new interviews have been gathered to present an integrated and complete view of the style and philosophy of the system developed by the late Grandmaster Gichin Funakoshi. This volume contains intriguing thoughts, fascinating personal details, hidden histories, and inspiring philosophies, as each master reveals his true love for the art and a deep understanding of every facet associated with the practice and spirit of Shotokan Karate-do as a way of life.
