My Kyudo

This is a teaching book by Master Takeshi Shibata, former president of

the All Nippon Kyudo Federation.

He has written notes and explanations from which he teaches daily or at seminars.

With the aid of many videos or photos, commentary is more precise and understandable.

Master Shibata explains the following:

1. His wonderful Tenouchi

2. Precisely how to make and use the Tenouchi.

3. The importance of the first part of Hikiwake that decides the success of the shooting.

4. The delicate connection between Yunde and Mete.

5. Hikiwake without pushing and what Tsumeai and Nobiai are.

6. A number of things which must be done for the correct and good shooting.

7. The important points for a clean release.

All 18 chapters of his book are the result of his daily training, original and ingenious training methods and long instructing career.

The book will be beneficial for Kyudo practitioners of all age and levels.

All video clips are incorporated into the book. You do not need to access a website such as YouTube. You can check the videos repeatedly, even when you are not at home or when practicing at then Dojo. You are therefore not restricted to internet connection.