Kodokan Judo Throwing Techniques

This manual is an authoritative reference which gives clear explanations of the basic throws of Judo. It is not a book for beginners because it has so much detail that it could be confusing. For example, there are multiple versions of each throw shown, some of which are quite different from the basic technique. It helps the reader distinguish between throws that are similar, and distinct variations of each throw.

It is best used as a reference for further study of techniques learned in class. It is not really competition oriented, and is more geared to technicians and those interested in understanding the official position of the Kodokan regarding each technique. Only approved Kodokan techniques are shown, and of course no matwork is included.

Reading the other reviews here of Daigo Kudan's work, now released in English by Kodansha, it is very difficult to add to the words of praise for this monumental collection of Kodokan Judo nagewaza. Originally this material was published in a series of Kodokan magazine articles. In fact, the two models for principal photography worked with the author and publisher for eight years.

Kodansha Int'l deserves praise for its commitment to bringing judo books like "Kodokan Throwing Techniques" to students outside of Japan. Most recently, a reprint and updated translation of the coveted Mifune Judan's "The Canon of Judo" was also released, and it is hard to say which book I like best. Both will raise the level of the reader's understanding of the technical and philosophical foundations of Kodokan Judo.

I also recommend this book to those who are involved with other martial arts/sports, including "Brazilian Jujitsu" and "Mixed Martials Arts." A thorough study can only increase their expertise, and they may be surprised to discover that there are few things that are really "new" under the sun.

This book covers all 67 categories of throws in nage waza (standing techniques). Each category presents the basic, cannonical, throw plus a series of variations on it and considerations to take into account. Some even include references to older jujitsu techniques.

Photographs are in black and white, but they are clear and the sequence presented is relevant; you get to see the meaningful intermediate steps.

I bought it used and a little over twice its original value (the book seems to be out of print at this time, Jan. 2014), but i feel is money well invested.

Summarizing, this is a great book and I strongly recommend it to the serious Judo practicioner or instructor.

Must-have for judokas and a great accompaniment to the Kodokan judo book. This offers insight to variations and more details regarding each of the throws.

Almost more info than you need to know.
Major throws showing you up to 9 ways to do them.

Of all the books available on Judo today, this book is the most up-to-date and more complete reference work on Judo throwing techniques. Not only does it cover all the throws, but it covers the modern variations of the throws.

The book is clearly written and provides more than enough pictures to show what it is the authors are talking about.

I bought this book because I needed some info on throws specially from the Kodokan. This book is amazing!!! If you are into judo or any other martial art who focus on throws or grappling, you will not be disappointed. This book focus on all the throws needed to pass a test or to expand your knowledge in judo. Highly recommended!!!

The other reviews give a good overview of what this book contains.