The Golden Kyokushin and K-1 Encyclopedia Paperback – November 1, 2007

a great book . I'm pleased with the purchase

I have been training in Kyokushin Karate for over 30 years. There are many good books on this subject, but in Japanese language only. So, I think it's great when informative books like this one becomes available in the English language. It really helps training students understand more deeply this fascinating martial art and it's complexities. Although some of the book is the author's opinion, it contains invaluable reference material on both the martial art of Kyokushin and the sport of K-1. The author has made a sincere effort and done a good job. I hope to see more such books in English in the future. Recommended reading. Osu!