Yamamoto Tsunetomo – translated by William Scott Wilson. Kodunsha International, 1979 The author Yamamoto Tsunetomo was a samurai who never engaged in warfare. The book was completed by a younger … Read more
Glen Barclay. Native Pan Books Ltd, 1956 An absorbing study on the human use of intrinsic energy; challenges the very foundation of conventional science and technology.
Greg O’Connor. Frog Ltd, 2003 A very small book (108 pages), however, one of the better books available regardless of whether you are a beginner or have been practicing Aikido … Read more
Morihiro Saito. Minato, Tokyo 1975 Considered one of the Aikido classics.
Bill Sosa and Bryan Robbins.Unique Publications, 1987 Very good photography. The book details the basics exceptionally well. A book that you will dip into and out of as your Aikido … Read more
Koichi Tohei. Rikugei Publishing House, Tokyo 1972 A detailed book on all aspects of Ki.
Koichi Tohei. Ki No Kenkyukai H.Q., 1974 A small (44 pages) book on practical Ki exercises.
Kisshomaru Ueshiba.Kodansha, Tokyo 1974 One of the first books on Aikido and whilst photography technique has improved over the years this book should be considered in your library.
Adele Westbrook and Oscar Ratti. Reed, Sydney 1969 Probably the definitive book on Aikido and is very well recognised by its illustrations, throughout the Aikido world. A must have in … Read more
Yoshimitsu Yamana with Steven Pinsler. Carol Publishing Group, 1994 One of the best Aikido books for crisp photography of techniques.