Illustrated Coach Karatedo Book by Toshiaki Maeda (Visual Edition)(Preowned) Yasuo Kobayashi Founded the "Rakuten-kai" in 1965

Founded the "Rakuten-kai" in 1965

The [ten] Essential Points repeated thru-out the first book are a well-organized and presented plan [from large to small scale] with clear writing and photos to present sharp Practical Karate methods

Born June 24

Walking with tabi and ashinaka (traditional Japanese footwear)

Illustrated Coach Karatedo Book by Toshiaki Maeda (Visual Edition)(Preowned) Yasuo Kobayashi Founded the "Rakuten-kai" in 1965Small format book on Karate. About the Author: Toshiaki Maeda is a well known Japanese karate teacher and former competitor, holding 8th dan rank. He excelled in Wado ryu style, winning the World Karate Championship kumite 65kg title in 1980, placing third in 1982, and earning runner up at the 1981 World Games. Known as a top in fighter, he has served as coach for Japan's national karate team, authored instructional books and DVDs on techniques and