Traditional Karate Do Okinawa Goju Ryu- Vol. 2.pdf [2021] Review

Traditional Karate-Do: Okinawa Goju Ryu – Vol. 2 by Morio Higaonna is a seminal, heavily illustrated guide detailing the performance of six foundational Goju Ryu kata, including Gekisai, Saifa, and Seiyunchin. Originally published in 1986, this volume serves as a critical, high-density photographic reference for intermediate technique and lineage preservation. View technical specifications and availability on Amazon. Traditional Karate-Do - Okinawa Goju Ryu - Amazon.com

B. Kaishu Kata (Open Hand Forms) Volume 2 provides a meticulous breakdown of the ten classical forms passed down from Chojun Miyagi (via Kanryo Higaonna). These include: Traditional Karate Do Okinawa Goju Ryu- Vol. 2.pdf

What makes this interesting is not just the presentation of the moves, but the methodology Higaonna Sensei uses to explain them. Unlike many "coffee table" karate books that offer vague descriptions, this volume is dense with technical nuance. Traditional Karate-Do: Okinawa Goju Ryu – Vol

1. Introduction: History of the specific kata (originating from Southern China).
2. Step-by-Step Photos: High-resolution black and white photography of Higaonna Sensei performing the movements.
3. Key Points: Text boxes or margins highlighting specific errors to avoid or internal mechanisms (e.g., "twist the hips before extending the punch").
4. Bunkai: Brief sections showing two-person applications of the kata sequences.