Moriteru Ueshiba Books

Aikido techniques are rooted in the harmony of body movement and "breath power" (kokyu-ryoku). Founded by Morihei Ueshiba, Aikido has evolved into a globally recognized martial art, emphasizing harmony as a spiritual path. Following its postwar growth, it is now practiced by over 1.5 million people of diverse backgrounds. The direct successors of the Founder have created official course books to guide practitioners in their training. Moriteru Ueshiba, the Founder’s grandson, coauthored the acclaimed *Best The Fundamentals*, a comprehensive resource for Aikido students at all levels. In this essential second volume, authorized by the Aikikai Foundation, Moriteru expands on the legacy of his predecessors by presenting an extensive array of techniques and their applications. Building on principles from *The Fundamentals*, this volume addresses various armed and unarmed attacks and multiple attackers, illustrating numerous pin techniques in both omote and ura forms. The Aikido Master Course enhances understanding of entering (irimi) and turning (tenkan) combined with "breath power," offering step-by-step instructions that enrich dojo knowledge. With over 1,100 photographs of the author demonstrating each technique, this guide is invaluable for students seeking to deepen their understanding of Aikido, which, as the Founder noted, has "unlimited application."

Aikido evolved from the rich martial traditions of Japan, and was developed by Morihei Ueshiba based on their profound philosophies. In this book, the author explains how Aikido is both the spirit of love and the study of that spirit. In unique and incisive language, Ueshiba discusses the arcane aspects of Aikido’s aims and techniques, as well as the central importance of breathing, ki (chi), and Aikido’s relationship to the spirit and body—these form the very essence of Aikido. He goes on to consider the virtues of this revered martial art, urging the reader to link to the universe through Aikido, and ultimately to unify the divine and human. He also explains the essence of Takemusu aiki (valorous force of procreation and harmony), and Misogi (the ritual of purifying oneself). The book includes many rare photos of the author—on both his techniques and his everyday life. Also included are his twenty-five doka (spiritual Japanese-style poems) in Japanese, English, and Romanization. The introduction was written by his grandson, Moriteru Ueshiba, the present Aikido Doshu.

Avec ce premier livre, Moriteru Ueshiba, gardien et responsable de la pureté de l'aïkido, affirme les bases de l'art telles qu'elles sont enseignées au japon. A destination des débutants comme des enseignants, cet ouvrage présente les techniques de préparation à la pratique, les techniques fondamentales et celles de base. Un second ouvrage dédié aux techniques avancées complète ce livre.

Avec ce second livre, Moriteru Ueshiba, gardien et responsable de la pureté de l'aïkido, défini avec exactitude l'art tel qu'il est enseigné au Japon.À destination des élèves confirmés comme des enseignants, cet ouvrage présente les techniques supérieures de l'akïdo.Un autre ouvrage dédié à l'enseignement des fondamentaux complète ce livre.