USA
Jamie D. [North Carolina]
Your hard work on Ninpo was very much appreciated by the people around me that have experienced the book. Thanks again for all your effort to keep information available. I know Sensei will love the book.
(snip) Your book is great Joe and you should be proud. People won't email and tell you of things the book has helped them understand or deal with. So I thought I would share my story with you. You have put information out that will help people in and out of taijutsu training. Thank you again for your hard work, it is appreciated greatly.
David G. [New York]
I have just received a copy of the book as a present from my students, and am already on page 48. I do find it very interesting. I think that being able to read (and learn) these materials (in English) provides invaluable assets to any Budo student and teacher. Moreover, it covers areas that are beyond techniques and illuminates a crucial philosophical/spiritual/historical
context to what we do in everyday training. Congratulations on completing this hard work.
Chris D. [Washington, DC]
Joe,
I just asked that all of my students order the translation of the Hiden Togakure Ryu book from you. A student of mine bought me one, it's very well done!!!
David C. [New York]
I recently finished my first reading of Ninpo: Wisdom for Life. The book was fascinating, with many salient points that at times made me think about why I train. I love any opportunity to read Hatsumi Sensei's philosophy, and this edition was a delightfully quick reading. I especially enjoyed the theme of having a proper spirit while training. I feel that books like this help to keep Bujinkan students motivated. The philosophy behind our arts is noble and worth an equal amount of study outside and in conjunction with the physical teachings of the dojo.
After having read Essence of Ninjutsu, Grandmaster's Book of Ninja Training, and Ninja Secrets from the Grandmaster, I think this book is a great starting point for any student that wishes to immerse themselves in the philosophy of the Bujinkan. I know that I'll be reading it again and again for as long as I train. Thank you for helping to advance the philosophy of Hatsumi Sensei to students around the world.
Scott R. [New York]
Just thought I'd mention that I've gotten and begun reading the Ninpo: Wisdom for Life book and find it really good. I have the original Japanese version, but my Japanese reading is too weak to take up more than a few pages at a time -- reading the English version, I see why too :).
At this point, I am glad I have it.
Skip K. [USA]
"Mucho thanks to Joe Maurantonio of the Bujinkan New York Dojo for EXTREEMLY timely and cheerful service upon recieving my chicken-scrawled order for Hatsumi Soke's new book.
"It'll be tough to get any work done without sticking my nose in the book for another peek every 5 minutes. If you're thinking of getting this book, stop. Thinking, that is, and place yer damn order!" [
Read This!]
Alexander K. [USA]
Joe... I bought the book from you back when I first got wind of it through your internet site. It's great! Thanks. Ninpo Ikkan!
Barry B. [California]
Mr Maurantonio,
I ordered [Ninpo] from you over two weeks ago...
Could you check it out for me and let me know? Thanks.
[Emailed a few hours later]
Joe,
Disregard my earlier mail! Flash! I got it wow! Thanks you
sure know how to follow up fast and deliver. :)
Don H. [New Jersey]
I was just re-reading Ninpo: Wisdom for Life and came across a very good paragraph on page 121.
"A doctor who has known me for many years said, 'Often you act very bold but at other times you look timid.' I was very happy to hear these words and could not help smiling to myself. The reason is that having both of these qualities is necessary for genuine warriors in the martial arts world. This seems to be evidence of me developing into a real bujin.
There are big techniques and small techniques in the world of budo. And it is not always the case that the big techniques beat everything; it is a fact that sometimes small techniques can beat big ones."
I think this is one of the quotes that really expresses what ninpo and taijutsu are all about. It is difficult to pick great passages out of this book because of the way Hatsumi sensei jumps around. It seems that just as one point is sinking in, he changes the subject and hits you with another from out of nowhere. Seems kind of like his physical taijutsu too, doesn't it? Thanks!
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Dean [Croatia]
"I want to Thank You for editing Ninpo: Wisdom for life by Soke Hatsumi. The book is really incredible.
I also wanted to tell you that I read the book once and did not think too much about the contents, other than I liked it very much. Anyway, as you know, we all have small problems in our dojo. Problems with ourselves, with students , with training, etc... Everytime I have a problem I take out the Ninpo book and open it up, picking some random text. In that text, I always find an answer to the problem, and Hatsumi soke explains it very well. So this is how I sometimes learn to solve dojo problems. This is really amazing!!! So, thank you very much..."
Lief [Sweden]
"Hi again! The books have arrived today! Very fast handling I must say! I have just started to look through the book and what I have seen is great!"
Don R. [Japan]
"I think every high ranking member should have a copy and I value mine."
Pierre B. [Canada]
Just a note to let you know that I received the book yesterday morning. It Is Great !!! I can't seem to put it down and even when I do, it stays there in my mind. It is great to read about the philosophy behind our art and having it from the source is excellent. When reading the book I feel like I am reading a Densho. I feel the same when reading Sanmyaku. Thank you very much for getting it to me so quickly. Excellent job at packing it. Just wanted to let you know how satisfied I am with your service. Ninpo Ikkan!
Andrew Y. [Japan]
Greetings from Japan!
How the devil are you my friend?
I hope this email reaches you. Just to let you know that I have read your
translation of Sensei's book and found it to be really great! I attempted
to translate for my own personal use several years ago but got no further
than the first chapter. It was very heavy going. Having lived in Japan all
these years I found it to be useful because of the references Sensei makes
to Japanese society. Once again, well done.
Paul H. [Australia]
I am writing to thank you for the speedy delivery of the book...
I was quite surprised to find the book in the mail, as I expected that it would take at least a month or so from the time I placed the order, being that I reside in Australia.
The book itself is fantastic, definitely well presented. I have just begun to read it, and already I can see that it is going to offer tremendous insight and information, not only into the martial arts of the Bujinkan, but also on Hatsumi Sensei himself. Many thanks for collecting this information and getting it published.
Dean R. [Croatia]
Hello Mr. Maurantonio,
The book are really great, and my students enjoy to read it.
It is pleasure to be in contact with you.
My deep regards.
Ian Hickey [Ireland]
I ordered some copies of Senseis new book off you ...
I am interesed in ordering some more for my club and just want to
check if you have books in stock at the moment.
Ps. The book is brilliant.
Tony W. [USA]
Hello Mr. Maurantonio,
My name is Tony and I recently placed an order for two copies of "Ninpo: Wisdom for Life". I mailed the money order in the amount of $51.40 on 6/11, a friday. I understood that if you paid by U.S. postal money order that your order would be shipped priority mail within three days of receipt. Could you confirm receipt of my order/payment and if possible let me know when or if the order shipped? Thanks for your time.
[Emailed an hour later]
Hello Joe,
The books just arrived! Maybe half an hour after sending you the first message, the mailman dropped them off. Please disregard the first message. I think I need to foster a more patient attitude!
I have had some unpleasant experiences with mail order and I really appreciated your services. Perhaps there are other individuals that have had similar experiences and would be comforted by a quote regarding the service I was given.
Thanks again!
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