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Unlock the meaning of martial arts terms in the original Kanji The names of martial arts techniques and kata can be very revealing, but only if we have the correct translations. This can be difficult, because the names are often a mix of Chinese, Japanese and Okinawan dialect that may have changed over time, and the only way to check the true meaning is to look at the original Kanji. This extensive dictionary, over 30 years in the making, offers insight into the Kanji for a vast array of martial arts techniques, kata, weapons and concepts. Each Kanji is cross-referenced to all the terms it is part of, and all the alternative names for it, so today’s martial artist can gain a deeper understanding of the intentions of the original masters all those years ago. This is a must have book for any serious martial artist, for both students and Instructors, regardless of any particular style, or school.