KODO: Ancient Ways: Lessons in the
Spiritual Life of the Warrior/Martial
Artist (Literary Links to the Orient) by
Kensho Furuya
A Must Have Book For All Serious Martial Artists.
Forty-one of the best articles of the popular Ancient Ways column in
Martial Arts Training magazine are brought together. 150 illustrations, 40
never before published photos. A 6th dan in aikido and 6th dan kyoshi
master instructor in iaido, Kensho Furuya is the resident chief instructor of
the Aikido Center of Los Angeles.
Personal Review: KODO: Ancient Ways: Lessons in the
Spiritual Life of the Warrior/Martial Artist (Literary Links to the
Orient) by Kensho Furuya
Each chapter/article is only a few pages but a lot is contained in each.
There are many pictures and illustrations to help convey the current topic.

Another feature I like are the quotes in the margin to highlight key aspects
of the current topic.
I bought this book in 2002 and among my shelves of martial arts books, it
is by far the one I come back to the most often. This book is on how to be
the best martial artist and person you can be. The chapters are short but
they will spur a lot of contemplation. This book is not meant to be skimmed
over. It should be read in small increments and reflected upon. Each time
you come back to the book and reread a chapter you will discover new
meaning and application to your own training.
Here are a few chapters and quotes:
Learning Is Only the Second Step
The very first step to learning is to become a completely blank slate.
Hard or easy is just in your particular frame of mind. Many people with a lot
less than you will accomplish much more than you in their lifetimes. Do not
be defeated by a small mind or poor attitude.
You Never Get Good in the Martial Arts
We satisfy ourselves because we settle for less - even when we think we
are getting more. Never be satisfied.
Make Mistakes Correctly
Respond to your mistakes correctly. A mistake is only another form of
learning
True Learning is Incomplete
We seek knowledge, but when we convince ourselves that we understand
that knowledge, the process of learning, training and being sensitive to
everything around us ceases.
Cultivate Inner Strength
Please keep in mind that inner strength is not a matter of skill or
strength. ... Inner strength is someone trying hard to make a good life for
himself and those around him as best as he can.
I hope these few quotes will get you to reflect on your path as a martial
artist. There is much more in the book.
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