Luca Lanaro Books

Exploring the intricate history and craftsmanship of the Japanese sword, the book delves into the renowned swordsmiths and the esteemed Tenka Goken. It covers the nomenclature and evaluation of the Katana while tracing the evolution of Japanese fencing through legendary masters like Yagyu Munemori and Musashi Miyamoto. The author also highlights the Bujinkan Dojo's fencing techniques, drawing from nine traditional Ryuha schools and their connections to prominent schools like Itto Ryu, offering insights into the principles of Toho fencing and the art of Bikenjutsu.

The title SHINDEN KIHON 神伝基本 in Japanese language means "divine transmission of the basis" this title is taken from one of the names of the technical program of the Bujinkan Dojo, known more commonly as Tenchijin Ryaku no Maki, this book is not to be just a technical program or a manual, but rather to show the path of the technical program as one can find the true meaning of the basic technique Kihon 基本, the martial art of Budo Taijutsu, known to the people for the Ninjutsu (Ninja's art), the founder is the Grand Master Masaaki Hatsumi the last true living Ninja. In the book there is the technical program explained with many photos, approximately 800 professional photos, where is emphatized the highlights of martial arts, and with oral teachings by the Grand Master Masaaki Hatsumi that make the book much more valuable. This book is not only for martial arts fans but also for all the people who want to approach to this martial art and to its philosophy. The author of the book, the Shihan Luca Lanaro goes to Japan every year to study directly with the Soke Masaaki Hatsumi himself.