Customer Reviews (4)

No Depth to applications
There is respect for all teachers but the applications provided in this book do not demonstrate true hidden techniques. I was definitely a little disappointed.

Disappointing, standard interpretation
I bought this book hoping for deeper insight into the old meanings of the Pinan kata.Unfortunately, I found the interpretations fairly standard, not the "in depth" promised.It's a good addition to a karateka's library, but advanced practitioners won't learn much new or deeper about these foundational kata of Shuri-te, Shorin-ryu, and Shotokan.

PinanKata
i have been looking for a good book on the pinan kata , this one not only cavers al the step by step moove but also the bukai very important addition to understanding the kata

A must to have for the true art martialist
Master Tomiyama did a great job explanning the pinans.If you ever practiced the palgwes, this is a book to read and study. ... Read more