A Collection of Curious Jujutsu Manuals

Translations of books on Jujutsu from the late Edo to Meiji Era, roughly 1800-1907.The works in this book include:Rules of the Oguri School of Jujutsu & Jujutsu of the Oguri School. A list of the Dojo Rules and an instructional document that shows the final arm and leg lock. The 28 images contain only the title but show the variety of techniques in the Oguri school, from simple arm locks to elaborate three person holds. Edo Era.Kappo: Secret Jujutsu Resuscitation Method or How to Revive the Dead. Additional Material: Striking Points by Matsumoto Yoshino written in 1892. This book looks specifically at Jujutsu based resuscitation methods that were used to treat injuries during training. The author seeks to expand their use to everyday accidents including drowning and hanging.Jujutsu Striking and Resuscitation Points Volume 1 by Fujimura Kinjiro written in 1895. In this interesting book Fujimura shows both the offensive and the restorative powers in Jujutsu. The Sakkatsu duality of taking life or giving it.How to Take Down People Armed With Knives and Walking Sticks With Jujutsu by Kimura Sentaro written in 1907. A book introducing a style of Jujutsu and walking stick fighting with brief abrupt instructions and amusing combat illustrations. The book may in fact be a parody of martial arts manuals that flourished around this time.Jujutsu Technique List of the Shibukawa School.1793. This is a translation of a Mokuroku, or a list of techniques. The techniques are not described in their entirety, rather one clear drawing highlights an important aspect. These Mokuroku documents served both as a memory aid for those who have been training this school and also proof of qualification. The document gives a rare glimpse into Edo Era jujutsu training. This school was practiced by Sakamoto Ryoma.