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 Sharing
his background and experiences, the author guides you through
this special time of Martial Arts wars and Zen peace which he
began to research in 1970 when one of his brown belt students
brought McConnell to the Daihosatsu Zendo in Manhattan. New
York, where he met Zen Master Edo Roshi. and began to sit
zazeii meditation. In 1977, Art visited the temple at Beecher
Lake in the Catskill Mountains in upstate New York. Then ten
years later, McConnell returned there to film scenes for his
period film, Zen Gold.
He continues to
study Iaido (way of the sword) under Master Otani Yoshiteru.
founder of the N.Y. Budokai, where alumnus such as actor Peter
Weller of RoboCop fame trained during the 70’s and John
Driver, who played on Edge of Night.
McConnell is a
licensed Sword Instructor ranked 5th Dan and also an avid
weapons competitor. He visited Hachioji City, Japan in 1971
where he trained with Master Okano Tomasaburo in Shotokan
karate.
 Special
photographs are contained in The Ronin Soldier’s Diary
along with many illustrations relative to the storylines
presented therein. The three primary artists were also Black
Belt Instructors.
 McConnell
has lived for the past ten years in Northport, Long Island with
his wife Evelyn an RN/LMT Children's Karate Instructor, and their young daughter Marie, named
after Art’s mother, who he lost in an accident in 1951 but who
has been an undying inspiration in his life.
The Ronin Soldier’s Dairy is a
lexicon of cutting edge
philosophy held up to the minor
of the contemporary world and modern society.
In it, McConnell shares his trip through the
Martial Arts garden
of poison flowers with readers young and old alike. The
Path awaits.., take the
journey.
Testimonials
In this book, Art
McConnell gives us a poetic exploration of the Samurai of the
east and the Sages of the west in a rich selection of writings
which takes the reader on an adventure that will draw you into a
fascinating time of no time.
Philip Ortiz, President of Budokai
Art McConnell
provides us with an intelligently sensitive insight into eastern
concepts, imprinting images into our western mind. We go deep
into ourselves as the simple expressions in these spirited tales
point to our fragility. We learn about our soul at the
insistence of the author.
Joyce Santamaria, Empire State Karate School, Empire State
Nationals
“The Ronin
Soldier’s Diary” lets our spirits soar back in time when the
world was ruled by a code; the code of the soldier — the code of
Bushido. Sensei McConnell truly has an old soul. This unusual
written collection will be enjoyed by poetry enthusiasts,
martial artists and anyone who has yearned to know of the
secrets and insights of the cherished sword of the ancient
Samurai warriors.
Respectfully, Karl C. Groeger
‘RSD’ is a book
that has been purchased by many people that have entered my
store. A great majority of these people have nothing but good
things to say about the book, written by one of Long Island’s
well known instructors who has been actively teaching since
1966. This book would be a great addition to any martial arts
library.
Gary Mar, Island Martial Arts Supplies
Price:
$15.00 signed and shipped
Send check or money order
made out to:
Tozai
76 School Street
Northport, NY 11768
Books can be autographed and personalized as a gift by
Mr. McConnell, just let him know who to make it out to.
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'Keinosuke Enoeda ~
Tiger of Shotokan Karate
by Rod
Butler
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Chapter 1. 'Inoshishi'.
Enoeda's early family life in Japan with contributions
from his closest family, up to his time in Takushoku
University.
Chapter 2. 'The Enoeda
Era' The effect that Enoeda had on the world
after his success at the 1963 All Japan Championships.
There are some stunning pictures in this chapter and
contributions from around the world.
Chapter 3.
'Marshall Street'. All the information about the
famous Marshall Street Dojo, with contributions from some of
the original students in the club
Chapter 4.
'Crystal Palace'. The stories, the training, the
parties and the fun. All is revealed with photos and
information from long serving attendees of the courses with
the worlds top instructors that attracted many thousands of
students.
Chapter 5.
'K1 JKA' The Scottish connection, with some great
pictures and stories from JKA Scotland and the origin of the
Enoeda personalized numberplate. Also Sensei Enoeda goes to
Buckingham Palace and sees the Queen.
Chapter 6. 'Golf'
When not teaching, traveling or training, time was
spent on the golf courses of the world. Stories from
Sensei Enoeda's personal caddy and some of his earliest
golfing partners.
Chapter 7.
'The Books and Videos' All the details of the
Enoeda Video tapes and books with contributions from some
who took part in their production.
Chapter 8. 'Get a
Point ! The Lessons' Master Enoeda's lessons,
re-created in picture form, so that they can be
preserved and used again and again by students and
instructors alike.
Chapter 9.
'Sunset - The Legacy' Contributions from all around
the world. From some of the worlds top instructors to the
memories of young children who have trained with this great
master of karate.
You can have
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Read on, and see what the world is
saying about this full color publication . . .
Mark Groenwald -
Japan.......'Karate the Japanese Way'........"Enoeda
was very fortunate to have such a devoted student as Rod
Butler. I think that every high ranked karate instructor
secretly wishes that they had someone like Rod Butler to
create a strong testament to their lives. That is what this
book really is. It is like a candle we would light in
remembrance of those passed on before us, and Rod Butler has
managed to articulately and eloquently express his
impressions, experiences, and affections for a man who he
has called “Sensei”.
Master Okazaki. ISKF in the
USA .."It is a very nice book and wonderful tribute
to Enoeda. Congratulations on a fine work that will be a
great source and addition to the library of all Shotokan
karate-ka".
Master Hideo Matsui -
Japan......"I glanced through the book and I was
excited to find so many good old pictures, I will read the
book this week".
Combat and Traditional
Karate Magazine .. UK "It is obvious from the
outset that this is a genuine labor of love; a publication
that is infused with the quality and professionalism that
one would associate with Enoeda and his karate. In terms of
presentation the book is virtually flawless, benefiting from
excellent layout and design and punctuated by high quality
black and white and color photographs. The photographs
themselves provide a fantastic historical context for the
text, featuring historical shots of Enoeda in Japan, at
university, with his family and friends, relaxing and in
action.
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California.... A tribute to the Tiger of Shotokan
Karate Keinosuke Enoeda, this 179 page book is nothing short
of marvelous. Filled with photos, history, technical
information and testimonials about one of the greatest
Shotokan Masters to ever live. The layout and graphics of
this book are exquisite, the author Rod Butler along
designer Stephen Bere have done a fitting memorial to Master
Enoeda. Hundreds of photos along with chapters filled with
information like Enoeda Era, K1 JKA, The Lessons, Inoshishi
and more make this a must have for anyone wanting to totally
understand Japanese Shotokan Karate. Endorsed by Master
Enoeda’s wife Reiko this book will live on. In his dying
breath he said “I will live” this book is proof he will live
on.
Jose Alberto Pinheiro...Karate-Do.net......Portugal......."This
could well be a technical and chronological compendium of
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well written and brilliantly illustrated book [you will be
amazed with the superb quality of the design and
photography], Rod Butler opens us the door to the world of
Enoeda. His life, personality and the impressions his
powerful spirit carved on his friends and students, are
accounted with an affection that could only be born from a
truthful and lasting sense of admiration and respect".
Paul Willoughby....Maryland,
USA..... "I just finished reading the chapter on
the Marshall St. Dojo. This book is captivating. It really
makes you feel like you know Mr. Enoeda. I am very sorry to
not have met him. The one opportunity I had to travel to the
Marshall St. dojo, he and Mr. Ohta were traveling. I still
enjoyed training there. Good place - and OBTW, the
description of those stairs is no exaggeration.
Get this book. It'll be a collector's
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You can have
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by Mrs. Enoeda and the Author.
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A
great reference manual for the Kempo student. A step by step
study guide with hundreds of illustrations to follow, very
informative. While not knowing the Kempo system I found
this book insightful and a enjoyable read.
The DVD is available for purchase at
I-Liq Chuan (literally translated as
Mental-Physical Martial Art) is an art of cultivating consciousness
based on Tai Chi and Zen principles of non-assertion, non-resistance,
harmony of yin and yang, oneness and the present moment - Tao, The way
as it is.