JAPANESE SPEARS
Polearms and their use in Old Japan
Ronald & Patricia Knutsen (2004)
Following Knutsen's landmark Japanese Polearms (1963) is another
study of "...the dominant weapons of the battlefield until displaced by
the widespread introduction of firearms in the late 16th century. This
fully illustrated study of "naginata" and "yari" records
the many variations of spear design from the ancient period when warrior
chieftains settled in Japan from the Asian mainland, down to the fall of
the Tokugawa in 1868 that marked the close of the feudal period."
288 pages, hardcover $70.00 |
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JAPANESE POLEARMS
R.M.Knutsen (1963)
This is the definitive English language book on Japanese polearms. Historical
material traces development and usage. Knutsen goes into great detail on all know
variants and koshirae. Additionally, the text surveys yanone and lists prominent
swordsmiths known to have forged polearms. Extensive illustrations: both line
drawing and b&w plates; index, and glossary.
271 pages, 7½ x 10" hardcover $395.00 |
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150 JAPANESE POLEARM TERMS
W.M.Hawley
Defines the relevant terminology of Japanese polearm study. Terms are listed
alphabetically and written in both Romanji and Kanji.
27 pages, 8½ x 11" spiral bound $15.00 |
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THE BOWS, ARROWS & QUIVERS OF ANCIENT JAPAN
W.M.Hawley
Surveys famous examples related to kyudo, and includes detail of original measurement and
construction details. This text was originally printed in 1800 as two volumes of the
Shuko Jisshu encyclopedia edited by Matsudaira Sadanobu (1758 -
1829). In addition, included are eleven woodblock prints of
famous, contemporary figures and battles.
110 pg, 8½ x 11" spiral bound $30.00 |
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JAPANESE SPEARS
Yasu Kizu
A brief, illustrated study with general information and the story of a famous yari.
12 pages, 5½ x 8½" soft cover $4.95JAPANESE ARCHERY
B.Sherman
An abridged version of this text serves as the introduction to Bows, Arrows, &
Quivers of Ancient Japan. Describes the equipment and technique of kyudo,
Japanese archery while citing the significance of the bow to samurai culture.
11 pages, 5½ x 8½" soft cover $4.95 |
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