Description: Samurai Jujutsu · Starring: Grandmaster Shoto Tanemura · Format: 7 DVD Complete Set · Language: English Language · Region: Region Free As Grandmaster Shoto Tanemura’s Official Titles: · Genbukan World Ninpo Bugei Federation, President · Kokusai Jujutsu Renmei/Federation, Executive Director · Japan Jujutsu Federation, Executive President · Japan Chinese Martial Art Federation, Saitama Director He was born with the name Tsunehisa Tanemura on the 28th of August 1947, in the town of Matsubushi, which is located in Saitama prefecture, Japan. Tsunehisa was his given name, but later he took the name "Shoto" meaning the "Law of the Sword". His father, Sadatsune Tanemura, was the 17th family head of a Samurai line, whose roots extend to those of the Emperors Uda and Seiwa as well as having blood ties to the famous daimyo of the Sasaki and Takeda families. He was an expert in kenjutsu (the art of the sword) and jukenjutsu (the art of the bayonet), as well as various schools of jujutsu (Shizen Ryu system) and Ninjutsu (Takeda system). Being a very traditional father, Sadatsune introduced his son to the martial arts at a young age. The younger Tanemura was taught from the age of nine by his father and father's uncle, Kakunosuke Yamazaki, who was an 8th dan in the Onoha Itto ryu. He practiced unarmed techniques and sword almost everyday. The training was always serious. It was conducted out-of-doors and the students went barefoot, regardless of the weather. He was regularly beaten up and knocked unconscious. When he was knocked out, a bucket of icy cold water would be used to revive him. Once awake, he was expected to continue his training immediately. At the age of fifteen, he began to study Shindo Muso ryu Kenpofrom the renowned Master Seishiro Saito. It was during these high school days that his quest for true martial arts was beginning take form and blossom. At the age of fifteen, Tanemura sensei also was fortunate enough to be initiated into the famous Asayama Ichiden ryu taijutsu along with Takagi Yoshin ryu jujutsu, Gikan ryu koppojutsu as well as other ancient schools of bujutsu (Japanese martial arts). His training was so concentrated, that he received his menkyo kaiden (full mastership) in Shinden Fudo ryu and Kukishin ryu at the age of twenty. During his university days, Grand Master Tanemura was introduced to Dr. Kinbei Sato. Even though Sato sensei taught martial arts to many people, very few (including Tanemura sensei, at first) knew of Dr. Sato's training with Takamatsu sensei. It wasn't until more than a decade later, that Tanemura sensei (after ending his relationship with another teacher and starting the Genbukan) rediscovered Sato sensei. He was given special kuden (secret oral teachings) and by the winter of 1989, Dr. Kinbei Sato named him as the next Soke (Grandmaster) of Takagi Yoshin ryu, Bokuden ryu, Gikan ryu, Kukishin ryu etc. In addition to his classes at the dojo, the Grand Master trained anytime he was free to perfect his skill and techniques. His bujutsu masters were all very strict and closely guarded the secrets hidden within the kata (technique patterns). Each movement was shown only a few times. Then, the students were expected to discover from experience, the special body dynamics which allow the waza (technique) to work in a real situation. To truly master these techniques, Tanemura sensei drilled each technique several thousand times. Eventually, he discovered many kuden points, and made the technique a natural part of his movement. Living nearby woods, rice fields and riverbanks, he used everyplace as his dojo. Having natural objects such as trees, stones, animals always available, he used everything as his training partner. Trees and stones were used to develop punching and kicking power, and served to strengthen the hands and feet. He'd punch and strike a tree until his knuckles bleed and his toes were numb. But, Takamatsu Sensei taught him a much better way to develop an effective defense. Tanemura sensei was told that a true martial artist passes by a crowd unnoticed. If his hands are callused in a certain way, people can tell that he is some sort of martial artist. Even the way that different budoka (modern martial art practitioners) stand or walk, can reveal much about their training habits. In a fight, the less an opponent knows about your strengths and weaknesses, the better chance you have to survive. On clear nights, the Grand Master would also practice with Yari (spear) and Rokushaku Bo (six-foot staff). In a rice field, with the crickets and the praying mantises, he'd thrust for the center of the moon to improve his accuracy, and pierce barely visible leaves, as they swayed in the wind. With animals (usually dogs), it was easy enough to get them to attack. As they'd leap to bite him, he used taisabaki (natural body movements, in this case, evasion) repeatedly, until the animal would simply give up. Tanemura sensei majored in law and graduated from Hosei University. But instead of becoming a lawyer, he wanted a career that allowed him to be out on the streets using his Ninpo and Jujutsu knowledge to protect and help others. When the Grand Master was just deciding what to do with his life, he was involved in a terrible accident. A truck crushed his tiny car, and the injuries Tanemura sensei sustained (including large pieces of glass in his face) looked so bad, that someone mistakenly reported that he had died. In the hospital, forced to consider that his brief life might soon be over, Tanemura Sensei asked for Heaven's help. He promised to change several selfish things about himself, and dedicated the rest of his life to protecting others and teaching them to protect themselves. At the age of twenty-two, he joined the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. From traffic cop to detective, his work as an officer enabled him to utilize and test all he had learned in the dojo. His skill was called upon on many occasions, and not once did it fail him. Observing his talent, his superiors allowed Tanemura sensei to teach ninpo and jujutsu to policemen at a special martial arts club. Later, he officially became a professor at the police academy. After fifteen years of service, he felt in his heart the need to preserve true martial arts in the whole world (not just Japan). So he resigned his job as a Lieutenant to carry out this mission. Soon after leaving the police department, he founded his Genbukan Ninpo Bugei Dojo and organized the Federation. On November 28th, 1984, Grand Master Shoto Tanemura started with just a handful of students in his Matsubushi dojo. Now his black belt instructors teach thousands of dedicated martial arts in over 15 countries as well as the Grand Master having personally taught seminars worldwide. 01. Samurai Jujutsu Fundamental Techniques: Shoto Tanemura Sensei is the Grandmaster of more than ten traditional Japanese ryuha (schools of martial arts). In this video you will receive instruction in the fundamentals of this Samurai fighting art starting with ancient dojo manners, bowing and etiquette, rolling, correct stances, grappling, joint locking, kicking and punching. (approx. 62 mins) 02. Samurai Jujutsu Intermediate Techniques: The second video in Grandmaster Shoto Tanemura’s Jujutsu series covers some 27 intermediate patterns. Tanemura Sensei not only demonstrates the techniques, but adds his special Ki to the techniques, making them realistic and effective. Many of the techniques demonstrated in this video are similar to those found in Ninpo Tai-jitsu. (Ganseki nage, Gojodori, Onikudaki, etc.) (approx. 62 mins) 03. Samurai Jujutsu Advanced Techniques: Grandmaster Shoto Tanemura reveals for the first time the techniques of Asayama Ichiden Ryu Taijutsu, Hontai Takagi Yoshin Ryu Jujjutsu, Kukishin Ryu Jujutsu, Shiden Tatara Ryu Taijutsu and Yagyu Shingan Ryu Kacchu Yawara. In their entirety, each school contains between 70-250 patterns. Tanemura Sensei demonstrates three patterns from each tradition, for a total of 15 techniques. (approx. 60 mins) 04. Samurai Sword Combat Techniques: Grandmaster Shoto Tanemura presents the heart and soul of the Japanese sword. His thorough and easy-to-understand demonstrates covers key points of Japanese Kenjutsu, from historical background to advanced techniques. The sword techniques used on the field of battle by Japan’s Samurai warrior’s in numerous civil wars are shown here in their original forms. (approx. 62 mins) 05. Samurai Naginata & Yari Combat Techniques: Here is a rare opportunity to get a glimpse of Grandmaster Shoto Tanemura peforming techniques with the Japanese Naginata (halberd) and Yari (Spear). These secret techniques have never been shown outside the walls of the main Genbukan Dojo in Japan. (approx. 60 mins) 06. Samurai Jujutsu History & Traditions: On this video Grandmaster Tanemura shows some of his Grandmaster/Master scrolls and secret documents. You will begin to sense the variety and depth of knowledge required for one to be a true martial arts Grandmaster. Tanemura Sensei also answers a number of important questions concerning the history of martial arts, Ninjutsu, Jujutsu, Karate and the way of the warrior. (approx. 57 mins) 07. Japanese Law Enforcement Self-Defense Techniques: Grandmaster Shoto Tanemura was a police officer and instructor of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department for 15 years. On this video he shows techniques of vital importance to those involved in police work. These include arrest techniques, come along’s, escape from chokes and grabs and defense against stick, knife and gun. (approx. 45 mins) Terms of SaleIf you have questions about an item, please ask BEFORE bidding or purchasing. All items, artwork, DVD cases, DVD inserts, are subject to possible change if an item is updated during the run-time of this listing. If a picture of 5 separate DVDs is shown, but the item is updated and now ships in a single DVD case, refunds will not be permitted based on updates to the cases, packaging or artwork of the sets. All items are described in as much detail as possible, please read the entire listing before sending questions.No refunds on ebooks, DVDs, movies, CDs, or electronic merchandise. 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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Case Type: Polycase
Custom Bundle: No
Rating: G
Subtitle Language: None
MPN: N/A
Studio: Panther Productions
Format: DVD
Region Code: DVD: 0/All (Region Free/Worldwide)
Language: American English
Release Year: 1990
Actor: Shoto Tanemura
Features: Full Screen
Movie/TV Title: Samurai Jujutsu
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Video Format: NTSC
Sub-Genre: Aikido, Boxing, Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Karate, Kendo, Kickboxing/Combat Aerobics, Kickboxing/K-1, Krav Maga, Kung Fu, Martial Arts, Mixed Martial Arts/UFC, Muay Thai, Ninjutsu, Samurai, Self-Defense, Self-Help, Tae-Bo, Tae Kwon Do, Tai Chi, Traditional Martial Arts
Director: Joseph Jennings
Cinematic Movement: Instructional
Franchise: N/A
Subject: Martial Arts
Edition: Box Set
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
California Prop 65 Warning: N/A
Type: Instructional Series
Producer: Joseph Jennings
Genre: Educational, Documentary, Sports
Run Time: 565 minutes
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
