Ryukyu Kobudo and Ti’ Media

Over the last ten years, the martial arts community has become increasingly aware of Ryukyu kobudo, Ti’ and their influence on the development of modern forms of karatedo. As part of our commitment to the promotion and preservation of Ryukyu kobudo, RKHS has been an active participant in the documentation of the history and traditions of Ryukyu kobudo in general, and the Taira -> Akamine line of study in particular.

With this in mind, we have contributed the following media resources to the larger body of historical research on the subject. Where available and appropriate, we have provided contact information for the authors of this material. Researchers are encouraged to contact authors directly for additional information and/or questions.

Video / DVD

To purchase any of these video productions, please contact Dometrich Sensei by email (kobudo@fuse.net).

History & Traditions

• [VHS] Taira Shinken: Father of Ryukyu Kobudo by Devorah Yoshiko Dometrich and Douglas Daulton
  • Review: Electronic Journal of Martial Arts and Sciences (Joseph R. Svinth)
  • Review: Michi Online (H.E. Davey)
  • Review: MartialSource.com (John Sells)
  • Review: Shotokan Research Society International (James R. Melton)

Technical Reference

• [DVD] RKHS Technical Series :: Bo Kihon by Devorah Yoshiko Dometrich
• [DVD] RKHS Technical Series :: Sai Kihon by Devorah Yoshiko Dometrich

Print

History & Traditions

• One Man’s Mark: The Life and Legacy of Taira Shinken by Douglas Daulton
• A Cultural Legacy: The Biography of Akamine Eisuke by Douglas Daulton
• Focus and Commitment: The Biography of Devorah Yoshiko Dometrich by William Jansak and Douglas Daulton