An Excellent Goju-Ryu Karate Do reference book.

This book explains in an easy to comprehend way the basics, training techniques using various traditional equipment, and all of the Goju Ryu katas using photographs and diagrams showing the direction of movement. In both English and Japanese, this one book is perhaps the most complete and detailed book on Goju Ryu style karate published to date.
The techniques are shown by the Goju Ryu competitors in Japan, Abe Ryoki. Tetsuya Furukawa, Yogi, Kukikawa and others All Japan kata champions mostly from Okinawa goju-ryu Karatedo kyo kai.

 

Table of Contents

The History of Goju Ryu
The Characteristics of Goju Ryu
The Posthumous Manuscript By the Founder Master Chojun Miyagi (Japanese only)
A Summary of the History of Okinawan Kenpo Karate
An Explanation of the Sanchin, Fundamental Stance in Goju Ryu.
The comings and goings of Goju Ryu

Chapter 1 Basics and Techniques (English description)
Warming Up Exercises
Basic Stances
 Basic Techniques (Parts of the Body Used and Names)
 Basic Techniques (Blocks)
 Basic Techniques (Attacking Techniques)
The Names of Training Equipment and Their Usage
1. Chishi
2. Sashi
3. Tan
4. Gripping Jar
5. Kongo Ken

Chapter 2 (English description)
Sanchin
Gekisai 1
Gekisai2
Saifa
Seienchin
Sanseru
Shisochin
Seipai
Seisan
Kururunfa
Suparinpei
Tensho

Chapter 3 (Japanese Description)
1. Skeletal Structure
2. Muscle Structure
3. Pressure Points
4. Circulatory System
5. About Breathing