Tanemura Shoto – Samurai Hanbo Jutsu

5 DVD set on the 3 foot staff by Shoto Tanemura – president of the Genbukan.

DVD 1: Samurai Hanbo: Fundamental Combat Techniques:

In this excellent video Grandmaster Shoto Tanemura and his students instruct you in the basics of Hanbo Jutsu (art of the 3′ staff). This video features preparatory exercises, tumbling techniques, basic grips and movement drills. Proper etiquette and philosophy are emphasized throughout to create a better understanding of this traditional art.

DVD 2:  Samurai Hanbo: Intermediate Combat Techniques:

In this instructional video Grandmaster Shoto Tanemura and his students demonstrate the 11 Kihon Unyo Kata (basic movement kata). These katas cover the primary strikes, feints, and blocks required in the art of Hanbo Jutsu. In this second half of this video, Grandmaster Tanemura personally demonstrates the application of the 11 Kihon Unyo Katas.

DVD 3: Samurai Hanbo: Advanced Combat Techniques:

In this important video Grandmaster Shoto Tanemura personally instructs you in the 15 traditional patterns of Hanbo Jutsu. These techniques are intended for the advanced student and include many variations, some of which have never been seen in public before this video was recorded.

DVD 4: Samurai Hanbo: Black Belt Combat Techniques:

In this dynamic video Grandmaster Shoto Tanemura personally instructs you in the 10 traditional patterns required for shodan (black belt). These techniques cover advanced self-defense using the Hanbo as an extension of one’s self. Included are defenses against punches, kicks and knife attacks.

DVD 5: Samurai Hanbo: 3′ Combat Staff Instructor’s Course:

In this dynamic video Grandmaster Shoto Tanemura demonstrates how the art of Hanbo Jutsu may be used with a variety of weapons or tools; including a cane, tambo (6-8 stick), umbrella, fan and swords. Also included in this video are rarely seen techniques using Hanbo Jutsu against two attackers. As a bonus, a brief interview with Grandmaster Tanemura covering frequently asked questions on etiquette, personal philosophy and tools vs weapons.