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Two kata from the recommended list: Gankaku-crane standing on a rock-a name descriptive of this kata, which has techniques for striking upward or downward with either hand while standing on one foot. Here are dazzling techniques for counterattacking with the back-fist or side kick. In the Jion kata there are many crisp, flowing movements, but within these calm, harmonious movements are strong, spirited techniques appropriate for mastering shifting positions, changing directions and sliding the feet.

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Best Karate Volume 8: Gankaku, Jion

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      Publisher: Kodansha America, Inc
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 30/11/2012
      ISBN13: 9781568364674, 978-1568364674
      ISBN10: 1568364679

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Two kata from the recommended list: Gankaku-crane standing on a rock-a name descriptive of this kata, which has techniques for striking upward or downward with either hand while standing on one foot. Here are dazzling techniques for counterattacking with the back-fist or side kick. In the Jion kata there are many crisp, flowing movements, but within these calm, harmonious movements are strong, spirited techniques appropriate for mastering shifting positions, changing directions and sliding the feet.

      Trade Review
      "This new series will be eagerly sought by the many Shotokan students." —Library Journal

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