Budo Taijutsu (Martial Arts Body Technique), combines the essence of nine classical martial art systems from Japan. Through his organisation, the Bujinkan, Grandmaster Masaaki Hatsumi-sensei has overseen the growth of Budo Taijutsu to many thousands of practitioners worldwide. Its training philosophy of developing your response in accordance with the situation provides both a dynamic martial art and practical form of self-defence.

In this expanded Second Edition, author and illustrator Duncan Mitchell presents a systematic reference for both beginners and experienced students.

Part One - Foundations of Budo Taijutsu
Basic training advice, physical preparation exercises and how to take a fall safely before moving on to providing clear diagrams and brief explanations for the essential basic techniques of striking, joint locks, throws, choking and self-defence.

Part Two - Kihon Gata (Basic Forms)
Provides a reference to the essential foundational forms, including Sanshin no Kata, Kihon Happo, and Ukemi Gata Taihenjutsu.

Part Three - Keiko Gata (Practice Forms)
Presents detailed descriptions of the basic practice forms for:
- Shinden Fudo Ryu Dakentaijutsu
- Gyokko Ryu Kosshijutsu
- Koto Ryu Koppojutsu
- Togakure Ryu Ninpo Taijutsu
- Kuki Shinden Ryu Dakentaijutsu
- Takagi Yoshin Ryu Jutaijutsu