{"product_id":"magazine-arts-martiaux-traditionnels-d-asie-n-30-1997-vintage-shotokai-rare","title":"Magazine Traditional Asian Martial Arts No. 30 1997 vintage Shotokai rare","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis magazine, visible in the photo, is an original copy of the specialized publication \"Arts Martiaux Traditionnels d’Asie\" (Traditional Martial Arts of Asia), number 30, dated \"Spécial Rentrée 1997\" (Back-to-School Special 1997) (mentioned on the cover). The cover features a practitioner in traditional white attire, performing a martial arts pose, against a backdrop of green bamboo, typical iconography for Asian martial arts. The titles and subtitles are printed in vivid colors (yellow, green, red, blue) to highlight key topics: Shotokai, Shito Ryu, Takeda Ryu, Aikido in Vietnam, Qi Gong, Zhan Zhuang, health, and education through Budo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe cover layout, characteristic of the 1990s, combines thick fonts and colorful inserts, with a stylized karateka logo in the upper left. In the upper right, a yellow medallion indicates \"N°30 Spécial Rentrée 1997 28 F,\" specifying the edition and original price in francs. In the lower right, a barcode with the reference \"M 3246 - 30. 28.00 F - RD\" is visible, confirming its authenticity as a period newsstand print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis issue highlights Shotokai, one of the major schools of Japanese karate, and offers in-depth articles on various disciplines: principles of Shito Ryu, Takeda Ryu, Aikido in Vietnam, Qi Gong (Zhan Zhuang, the tree posture), as well as reflections on health, longevity, and pedagogy through Budo. The cover also announces an analysis of Kung Fu, internal or external art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe magazine has a soft finish with slightly rounded corners, typical of stapled paper magazines. The overall appearance corresponds to a late 90s magazine, with glossy color printing on the front cover. The spine, inside, and back are not visible in the photo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisible used condition: the cover shows signs of wear from use, particularly handling marks on the edges, slight creases, and superficial scuffs, common for a paper magazine of this era. No major tears or significant stains are visible on the front face. Item sold as is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Shotokai, highlighted in this issue, is a school founded by Shigeru Egami, a direct student of Gichin Funakoshi, the founder of modern karate. This branch is distinguished by a non-competitive approach, focusing on fluidity of movement and the pursuit of effectiveness without direct opposition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful and fast shipping guaranteed by a professional seller. Suitable packaging to preserve the integrity of the magazine during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: martial arts magazine, Shotokai review, vintage karate, Asian martial arts, 1997 magazine, traditional martial arts, Qi Gong magazine, Aikido Vietnam, kung fu review, martial arts magazine, retro karate, paper martial arts magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54294300066119,"sku":"4907f398-bf4b-4227-83c2-a0b608a0a939","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_a16c1b1b-d516-46af-9875-d4c285396dc3.jpg?v=1783271043","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/magazine-arts-martiaux-traditionnels-d-asie-n-30-1997-vintage-shotokai-rare","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}