This book describes the history and importance of Ju No Kata—the science of what it takes to execute throws—to the study and practice of judo. It also serve

Describes the characteristics, objects, and principles of the various basic attack and defense movements of the martial art of judo

The practice of judo katas has changed over time as a result of perceived purpose. The chapters in this anthology were written by seven authorities in judo hist

Nage-no-Kata - the forms of throwing - deals with throwing techniques used in Judo. The Kata are divided into five groups and each of these has three throwing t

Authored by the Takahashi family, who combine more than 200 years of experience teaching, coaching, and competing in judo, this book provides an in-depth descri