弓道教本〈第1巻〉射法篇
Volume 1: Continuation (Principle of shooting /Using methods)

In the 16th century, the introduction of firearms in Japan gradually replaced the arch as weapon of war. During the Edo period, however, the arch developed its importance as instrument for the personal development.

Format: 15 x 21 cm, 195 pages, Softcover, illustrated throughout with black-and-white photos, text in Japanese.
Year of publication: 1977
Condition: Very good, pristine and unread copy.