"Karate-Do Kyohan" VS "Best Karate, Vol.1: Co

[fishnaked]

Hello,

I have recently taken up Shotokan Karate. My teacher is affiliated with Shotokan Karate of America and teaches that of which is in Gichin Funakoshi's book "Karate-Do Kyonhan".

I purchased the book to supplement the classes. The book has been very helpful. However, I'm keen to own other supplemental books. Does "Best Karate, Vol.1: Comprehensive" by Nakayama have the same techniques as those found in Funakoshi's book? If not, could someone recommend a book that does show the same style/techniques?

Thanks,

Fish

[StrangeBacon]

Pretty sure theres a books and literature thread in one of the sub forums somewhere, have a look see if you can find it, i remember finding some very useful information there

[GaryMo]

My Sensei recommended Dynamic Karate, again by Nakayama. It's a very good book and supplements my Shotokan Karate perfectly.

[fishnaked]

Thanks, guys.

[bushido_man96]

I have not read Kyohan yet, but do have most of the Best Karate series. The author was a senior student of Funakoshi's, so most of the ideas within should be similar. I hear that Kyohan is quite comprehensive, though.

[ps1]

Nakayama was a direct student of Funakoshi and head of the JKA for a long time. Anything you get by him is going to be a great supplement for what you are learning. However, remember that a book is just a supplement. If you learn some things differently than what you read, you should do it as your taught and not be bound to the words of the book.

[fishnaked]

Thanks for the additional info, guys.