Karate's Universal Codeword: The Mysterious Origins, Meaning and Usage of the Word Osu in the Martial Arts (Paperback or Softback)
Language: English
Published by Tuttle Publishing 1/7/2025, 2025
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Karate's Universal Codeword: The Mysterious Origins, Meaning and Usage of the Word Osu in the Martial Arts.
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- Title
- Karate's Universal Codeword: The Mysterious Origins, Meaning and Usage of the Word Osu in the Martial Arts (Paperback or Softback)
- Author
- Ohmori, Toshinori
- Publisher
- Tuttle Publishing 1/7/2025
- Publication year
- 2025
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- Book
- Binding
- Paperback or Softback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 4805317655
- ISBN 13
- 9784805317655
- Item weight
- 0.7 pounds
The true meaning and origins of the word "OSU" are finally revealed!
No matter where in the world you are, enter any karate dojo and the term most frequently heard is "OSU!" Karate's Universal Codeword is the first thorough examination of the origins and use of this word in the martial arts, and the fascinating story of how it has spread worldwide.
Its use has exploded far beyond karate into other martial arts like judo, aikido, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, kickboxing and mixed martial arts making it arguably the most frequently uttered Japanese word in the world. Yet ironically, very few martial artists (even in Japan) know the true origins and the deeper meaning behind the term. Although it is universally used, it remains a total mystery to everyone. This book promises to finally reveal the truth behind the word OSU and its fascinating origins.
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About the Author
Alexander Bennett is Professor of Japanese History, Martial Arts, and Budo Theory at Kansai University. He co-founded and publishes Kendo World, the first English-language journal dedicated to Kendo. He holds black belts in several martial arts—Kendo Kyoshi 7-dan, Iaido 5-dan, and Naginata 5-dan. His published works include The Complete Musashi: The Book of Five Rings and Other Works and Hagakure: The Secret Wisdom of the Samurai.
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