Aikido of Takemusu Aiki Volume 1: Basic Techniques Author: Morihiro Saito, 9th Dan Aikido First Edition Published: January 31, 1994 Price: ¥2800 This book explains what Aikido is, the encounter between Sokaku Takeda and the founder Morihei Ueshiba, the fateful encounter with the religious leader Onisaburo Deguchi, the birth of the Aikido Ueshiba Dojo, the birth of the concept of "Takemusu Aiki," the encounter between the founder Morihei Ueshiba and the master Morihiro Saito, and more. "Takemusu Aiki," which is also the theme of this book, is the state of Aikido that the founder reached during his time in Iwama, Ibaraki Prefecture. It is a state where Aikido techniques are born infinitely using the most appropriate method for a given situation. (A state that is beyond the comprehension of ordinary people.) The techniques introduced in this book are The basic Aikido techniques of Ikkyo, Nikyo, Sankyo, and Yonkyo, with their omote (front) and ura (back) variations, are presented through a series of photographs of Master Saito's demonstrations. Easy-to-understand points are explained for each technique, making this book useful not only for those who are about to start practicing Aikido but also for those who are already practicing and want to reconfirm the basics. This is a very valuable book for Aikido practitioners, so I highly recommend it. Master Morihiro Saito Born in Ibaraki Prefecture in March 1928. In July 1946, he became a student of the Aikido founder, Morihei Ueshiba, at the Aikido training dojo in Iwama, Ibaraki Prefecture, and trained under the founder for 23 years. In January 1959, he became a master of the Aikikai. After the founder's passing in April 1969, he continued to protect the Aikido Shrine, which became the Ibaraki Dojo. In January 1983, he received an award for his contributions to martial arts from the Japan Budo Council. He passed away on May 13, 2002, at the age of 74. I love the gentle smile of Master Morihiro Saito on page 33 of this book. ❣️ Master Morihiro Saito's "Kumijo" techniques using the Aikido staff, which were directly taught by the founder, are said to be unparalleled. ❣️ Master Morihiro Saito was the only one allowed to be taught "weapon techniques" by the founder. This book is 30 years old, so there is some age-related wear and tear, but there are no writings or tears, and it is in relatively good condition without any noticeable scratches or major stains. I would appreciate it if you could understand this. This is a rare Aikido book. A book that systematically teaches the basic techniques of Aikido. - Title: Aikido of Takemusu Aiki Volume 1: Basic Techniques - Author: Morihiro Saito - Rank: Aikikai 9th Dan Thank you for viewing.