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Nathan J. Johnson’s publications capture over 50 years of research into karate, kobudo, kung fu, and Zen philosophy. From kata’s hidden origins to Heathen runecraft, these works preserve martial arts knowledge and promote Ko-do Ryu’s mission, available for enthusiasts and scholars alike.

Books by Nathan J. Johnson

Zen Shaolin Karate (1994, Tuttle Publishing) – Merges Zen principles with karate, emphasizing grappling applications.
Barefoot Zen (2000, Red Wheel/Weiser) – Examines Chinese influences on karate kata.
Karate (2002, Mason Crest) – Offers practical karate techniques and principles.
Kung Fu (2002, Mason Crest) – Explores kung fu’s history and practices.
Jujitsu (2005, Mason Crest, with Aidan Trimble) – Details jujitsu techniques and heritage.
Martial Arts for the Mind (2005, Mason Crest) – Highlights mental resilience in martial arts.
Martial Arts for Children (2005, Mason Crest, with Aidan Trimble) – Teaches kids fitness and self-defense.
Galdrbok: Practical Heathen Runecraft, Shamanism and Magic (2005, The Wykeham Press, with Robert J. Wallis) – Delves into Northern European Heathen traditions, offering practical guidance on runic magic, shamanic practices, and galdr (rune chanting), reflecting Nathan’s broader interest in bridging physical discipline with spiritual exploration.
The Great Karate Myth (2006, The Wykeham Press) – Asserts kata as manuals for the use of civil arrest tools.
The Enigma of Karate Kata (2018, The Wykeham Press) – Interprets kata as mnemonic devices for weapons or control.

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