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MARTIAL ARTS

• Perfect Karate - By: Shigeru Oyama. Over 900 photos with detailed explanations to guide you from the most fundamental basics to full-contact sparring. A must have for any Karate enthusiast. 184 pages. Item #5000-------$29.95

• The Official History of Karate in America - By: Al Weiss and David Weiss. An authoritative look back into the first generation of Karate in America. Covers tournaments, personalities, events. 1,200 historic photos. One of the great Karate history books. 400 pages. Item #5035-------$29.95

• Karate-Do Kyohan - By: Gichin Funakoshi. Probably the best resource for all serious karateka, whether one is in a traditional dojo, or following a more up-to-date style. Seeing the origins and the evolution of the style is important in any serious study of the martial arts. Covers all the aspects of Shotokan from the body to the mind. Includes photographs demonstrating all 19 of the Shotokan kata. 256 pages. Item #5045-------$40.00

• Wing Chun Kung-Fu - By: James Yimm Lee. The first form of Wing Chun, Si Lum Tao, is demonstrated with over 100 detailed photographs, along with Chi Sao (sticking hands) and trapping. Gives a great introductory understanding of the mechanics, behind the art. Great Book to add to your Martial Art Library. 224 pages. Item #5005-------$12.95

• The Samurai Sword - By: John Yumoto. The "Definitive" guide to the Samurai Sword. If you are interested in buying a real samurai sword, buy this book. You'll read it many times over. There is no other book, in English, that has as much info on antique samurai blades as this book. A must for anyone interested in Samurai swords. 191 pages. Item 5010-------$21.95

• Total Aikido - The Master Course- By: Gozo Shinoda. Clear, easy to follow pictures break the techniques down into understandable segments; also includes how to use Aikido to defend yourself against knives and clubs. The founder of Yoshinkan Aikido has offered a lifetime of his own refinements, captured in this brilliantly organized book. 209 pages. Item #5015-------$30.00

• The Overlook Martial Arts Handbook - By: David Mitchell. Covers many styles with superb line drawings, histories, basic moves, principles, equipment, terminology, and a full list of addresses for clubs and organizations. An ideal introduction and comprehensive survey for both the novice and the experienced martial artist. Covers Karate, Kendo, Kung Fu, Judo, and Aikido, as well as the lesser known disciplines of Budo, Hapkido, and the Thai martial arts. 150 line drawings 192 pages. Item #5020-------$13.95

• The Way of the Warrior - By: Howard Reid and Michael Croucher. A fascinating insight into the martial arts of Kalaripayit, Marma-Adi, Kung-Fu, Hsing-I, Pa-Kua, Tai Chi, Bujutsu, Aiki-do, Kendo, Naginata-Do, Eskrima and Horinji-Kempo. 240 pages. Item #5025-------$23.95

• The Original Martial Arts Encyclopedia - By: John Corcoran and Emil Farkas. Covers all the major arts and styles. Contains over 1,000,000 facts, over 1,000 biographies, and nearly 1,000 historical photos. A complete and must have encyclopedia. 450 pages. Item #5030-------$29.95

• The Complete Art of Breaking - By: Richard Byrne. Helps both the novice and the advance student to have a better understanding of breaking. Explains how breaking helps develop accuracy, concentration, confidence, speed, and power. 128 pages. Item #5040-------$12.95

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• A Book of Five Rings - By: Miyamoto Musashi. One of the most perceptive psychological guides to strategy ever written. Speaks equally to the businessman, the philosopher, and the practitioner of martial arts. 95 pages. Item #5100-------$12.95

• A History of Japan - By: R.H.P. Mason and J.G. Caiger. Mason and Caiger trace the enthralling evolution of modern Japan from its early pre-history through the post-Cold War period to the collapse of the Bubble Economy in the early 1990s. New findings shed additional light on the origins of Japanese civilization and the birth of Japanese culture. Provides an in-depth analysis of the religion, culture, and arts of the Japanese people from the 6th century B.C. to the present. 407 pages. Item #5105------- $14.95

• Gift Wrapping - Creative Ideas From Japan - By: Kunio Ekiguchi. Includes Tsutsumi (traditional Japanese concept of wrapping) also using mizuhiki, furoshki as well as standard Japanese gift wrapping ideas. 124 pages. Item #5110------- $18.00

• The Book of Kimono - The Complete Guide to Style and Wear - By: Norio Yamanaka. A complete and practical guide on how to select, wear, and take care of the kimono. 139 pages. Item #5115------- $25.00

• Introduction to Japanese Culture - By: Daniel Sosnoski. An overview in fields as diverse as literature, music, art, and cuisine. 68 original and informative essay's covering these topics and some of Japan's most notable cultural achievments. 104 pages. Item #5120------- $16.95

• Japanese Touch for Your Home - By: Koji Yagi. Filled with elegant designs and clever tips on remodeling you home or decorating your apartment. Shows you the basic elements of Japanese interior design and how to use them. Examples include: Installing tatami mats and shoji doors. 84 pages. Item #5130------- $22.00

• Japan - The Art of Living - By: Amy Katoh. A great introduction to Japanese furnishings and space. This book is a sampling of the wonderful world of Japanese design. Very inspiring and lovely to leaf through. Great coffee table book. 191 pages. Item #5135------- $39.95

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COOKING & FOOD PRESENTATION

• The Joy of Japanese Cooking - By: Kuwako Takahashi. Written for both novice and experienced western cooks. These carefully tested, precise and clearly illustrated recipes are easy to use in creating the many different types of Japanese dishes. 311 pages. Item #5200-------$24.95

• Sushi Making at Home - By: Yasuko Kamimura. This book uses many pictures to show easy and simple, step by step recipes for making all different types of sushi. Examples include: Making sushi rice, hors d'oeuvres, how to roll the sushi, sashimi, and many of the most popular types of sushi. 65 pages. Item #5205-------$15.00

• The Book of Sushi - By: Kinjiro Omae and Yuzuru Tachibaba. Excellent in terms of describing the different "toppings" used in the preparation of sushi and basic sushi making. Excellent photos. Includes some history. 127 pages. Item #5210------- $19.95

• Sake - A Drinker's Guide - By: Hiroshi Kondo. The first complete guide to Japanese sake and covers everything you need to get started with the sake experience. Includes; experts guide to type tasting, brewing methods and a list of Japan's best sakes. 128 pages. Item #5215------- $19.95

• Quick and Easy Favorite Japanese Dishes - By: Yukiko Moriyama. Fully describes five typical Japanese dishes: "shabushabu", "sukiyaki", "tempura", "teppan yaki" and "teriyaki". Contains descriptions of ingredients and their preparation as well as instructions and 600+ illustrations demonstrating a step-by-step process. 96 pages. Item #5220------- $16.95

• A First Book of Japanese Cooking - By: Masako Yamaoka. Covers everything from hors d'oeuvres and soups to sushi and tempura, from snacks to gala parties. The recipies are simple, clearly presented, and authentic. 156 pages. Item #5225------- $19.00

• The Essentials of Japanese Cooking - By: Tokiko Suzuki. Covers ingredients, cooking styles, garnishes even tableware. Pictures of various vegetables, spices, meats, and dishes are included as well. This is a very comprehensive book which also includes recipies & "how-to" photos of completed meals for presentation. 160 pages. Item #5230------- $29.95

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GARDENING & FLOWER ARRAINGING

• The Beginner's Guide to American Bonsai - By: Jerald Stowell. A guide for the North American "Bonsai" beginner. This book explains the basic techniques and methods of Bonsai, adapted to suit the North American climate, utilizing North American trees. 140 pages. Item #5300-------$19.95

• Ikebana - Step by Step Japanese Flower Arraigning - By: Reiko Takenaka. Photographic illustrations of various ikebana arrangements from the most basic styles to the more advanced and complex arrangements. Includes detailed explanations on how to compose bedroom, dining room, entertainment room and other areas for flower arrangements. 132 pages. Item #5305-------$29.95

• The Joy of Flower Arrangement - By: Hiroko Fujita. Ikebana done with western flower arrangements for holidays, weddings, Christmas and more. American floral arrangement with a Japanese touch. 80 pages. Item #5315------- $19.95

• A Thousand Mountains A Million Hills - By: David Engel. The history and philosophy of rocks in Japanese gardens with detailed advice on how to create designs. Includes tips on selection, composition, and setting. 143 pages. Item #5310------- $29.95

• A Japanese Touch for your Garden - By: Kiyoshi Seike, Masanobu Kudo, and David Engel. The basic components of a Japanese garden and their functions are explained and illustrated in full color: stepping stones, statues, waterfalls, ponds, bamboo fences and gates, and more. 130 high quality, full-color photos. Highlights the key elements of Japanese gardening. Provides some theory into the Japanese style. 80 pages. Item #5320------- $22.95

• Japanese Gardening in Small Spaces - By: Tsuboniwa. A practical introduction to the art of Japanese gardening. Provides an easy-to-follow guide to creating a Japanese garden in one's own home. Discusses the tools, materials, plants, and the history of Tsubo Niwa. Explains how to display plants and rocks, create fences and hedges, and more. 128 pages. Item #5325------- $28.00

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CRAFTS

• Make Your Own Japanese Clothes - By: John Marshall. Use this book to learn how kimono and other Japanese clothing is made. Crystal-clear fabric layouts take you through step-by-step procedures for getting everything just right. Explains hand-stitching techniques for the different parts of the garment. Provides a quick overview of historical Japanese clothing. Includes a section of photos of beautifully finished garments, from happi-coats to a wonderful uchikake. 130 pages. Item #5400------- $25.00

• Temari- How to Make Japanese Thread Balls. - By: Diana Vandervoort. The Temari (Japanese handball) has achieved a status as an art form. This book is a very special gift for beginners to the most experienced. Photos and illustrations walk you through (step by step) on how to make unique patterns and designs. 123 pages. Item #5405------- $18.00

• Japanese Crafts and Customs - By: Kunio Ekiguchi and Ruth McCreery. The Japanese love of nature and appreciation of the changing seasons has inspired this colorful volume of crafts projects, all presented with instructional diagrams, and photos of the completed works, many in full color. 136 pages. Item #5410------- $19.00

• Sumi-E Traditional "One Brush" Ink Painting" - By: Hakuho Hirayama. The ancient Japanese technique of Sumi-E is covered in this book. "Sumi-E" is ideal for teaching the beginner this art form. This book will help you to create successful pictures with just four basic brushstrokes. 96 pages. Item #5420------- $25.00

• Creative Origami - By: Kunihiko Kasahara. How to fold many different Origami forms from the most basic to the more advanced. Detailed step by step pictures and text will guide you through this wonderful and fun craft. 176 pages. Item #5425------- $24.00

• Mizuhiki Kogei Nyumon - By: Haruko Shimizu. This hardcover instruction book is written by the only recognized teacher of Mizuhiki on the West Coast. 64 pages. Item #5430------- $37.00

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