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UU Sai-Jutsu is one of the traditional Japanese martial arts. This special martial arthas its origin on the Ryu Kyu islands of Okinawa. In this book, the beginner will find a systematic introduction into the basics ofSai-Jutsu fighting techniques. The advanced student will get important insightsinto training instructions and will learn detailed patterns of traditional forms,the Kata, which are not well-known. Some of the most important correlationsof historical development are discussed. Several famous Okinawan Mastersare introduced in this book.

The contents of Kobudo Sai-Jutsu are based on the experience which the author gained during numerous studies in Japan and on the island of Okinawa.Therefore authentic Kobudo is presented in this book, originating from theroots of real Japanese martial arts.

Helmut Kogel learned a modern system of Karate fighting combinations with a western point of view in the beginning of training. Lateron Kogel began with Shotokan Karate and became a student of A. Nagai, W. Vovcak and P. Bürger.He trained under H. Kanazawa, H. Nishiyama, Ikio Higushi, Kazuo Sakai and H. Shirai. He also learned Philippine Arnis, Kobudo and Nihon Jujutsu.

During several studies in Japan, especially in the Dojo of Tetsuhiro Hokamain Okinawa, he became experienced in several martial arts. Under theguidance of Japanese grandmasters he achieved the degree of 5th Dan inKarate Renshi, 5th Dan in Kobudo and 2nd Dan in Nihon Jujutsu.

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WarningThe techniques described in this book and the techniques of any martial art are

dangerous. You have to train under the supervision of an expert. Please use caution

when handling with any weapons and consult a qualified teacher. Please use

restraint when practicing techniques described in this book. Neither the author nor

the publishers of this book are responsible for the results of your choice to practice

these techniques. Please respect the law and order of your country.

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Helmut Kogel

KOBUDOSAI-JUTSU

Technique – Training – Kata

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CONTENTSPreface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Acknowledgements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

A General Part: History and Background . . . . . .12

1 The Origin of the Sai . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132 Okinawa’s Kobudo Masters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 Anatomy of the Sai . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .234 Movement Theory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .265 Basic Tactical Principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316 Basic Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Holds (Mochi) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37Etiquette (Re, Yoi, Hajime, Naore) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

B Special Part: Techniques and Forms . . . . . . . . . . . .44

1 Basic Techniques I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45Stance (Dachi) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46Blocks (Uke) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54Strikes (Uchi) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64Thrusts (Tsuki) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74Lunge Punch (Nuki Tsuki) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76Hooks (Hikkakeri) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80Special Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

(Hijate) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

Throws and leverage (Nage Waza, Tuite) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

2 Basic Techniques II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88Combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

3 Special Techniques with Partner III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96Basic Kumite with Partner (Kihon Kumite) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97

4 The Sai Kata (Forms) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

Closing Remarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125Literature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127

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Contents

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