--- product_id: 3680380 title: "Black Belt Karate: The Intensive Course" price: "330 Lei" currency: RON in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.ro/products/3680380-black-belt-karate-the-intensive-course store_origin: RO region: Romania --- # Black Belt Karate: The Intensive Course **Price:** 330 Lei **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Black Belt Karate: The Intensive Course - **How much does it cost?** 330 Lei with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ro](https://www.desertcart.ro/products/3680380-black-belt-karate-the-intensive-course) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description In Black Belt Karate , Hirokazu Kanazawa, the most respected figure in the karate world, offers a systematic approach to basic karate, and provides an intensive training course. Karate is a martial art that can be practiced by anyone, regardless of age or gender, and can be undertaken at any time during a person’s life. The training system employed in karate comprises three main areas: kihon (basics), kumite (sparring), and kata (forms). Using meticulously detailed explanations and illustrative photos, Kanazawa provides readers with an intensive self-study training course designed to be accessible to beginners, as well as to those already at an intermediate level. If practiced continuously and diligently over the course of a year, a practitioner will be able to attain black-belt-level proficiency. Praise for Black Belt Karate : "By following each and every page of this book as if receiving instruction directly from Mr. Kanazawa, I believe that over time, with careful practice, gaining proficiency is all but guaranteed. For anyone setting out to master karate-do, you hold in your hands a fine book indeed."—The late Masatoshi Nakayama, former chief instructor of the Japan Karate Association and author of Kodansha’s Best Karate series Review: Classic and still fantastic! - I wish I had this book 40 years ago, when I was falling in love with karate in a closed Eastern European Communist country where practicing this specific martial art was for all practical purposes forbidden and illegal, while books on it where nowhere to be found... Even the best Western karate texts emphasize technique and the physical aspect of the "sport." After spending a number of years in Japan, I realized that this is in sharp contrast with the Eastern attitude, which treats karate not as a sport, but a "do," or "way"--way of approaching (through a strenuous effort to reach perfect technique) not only one's opponent or one's fellow men, but also (if not foremost) oneself, the world and life itself. Kanazawa understands that perfectly, giving a great exposition of the concept in the Introduction. Sadly, the English translation of this part of the book falls short of the mark, as the difficulty of conveying Eastern esoteric ideas to Western audiences are undeniably enormous. Kanazawa lives up to his own lofty principles in the remainder of the book, in which he presents the technical aspects of Shotokan karate. When it comes to step-by-step instructions, it does not get better than that. Admittedly, there are other great books on Shotokan and other styles of karate, but this one is surely among the best. Review: Written by Kanazawa , it is a great study into Shotokan Karate. - This book is a good guide, into the World Shotokan Karate. It has all of the basics to reach the rank of Shodan, or 1st degree. This is the beginning, and means you are now ready to learn the Art of Karate. It's also great to use to condition your body as well. Kanazawa was the last of the old school teachers, sent from Japan, in the early 60"s, worldwide, to spread the art. Sadly, he passed away last year. He was a great fighter and champion, winning the 1957 world Karate championship, using only one hand! He injured his right hand,and had to use his kicking techniques to take the title. A very remarkable man! I recommend this book to those, seeking the true k owledge of "How it used to be"! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #944,813 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #392 in Sports Encyclopedias #552 in Sports Reference (Books) #1,685 in Martial Arts (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 130 Reviews | ## Images ![Black Belt Karate: The Intensive Course - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61HklSGc6DL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Classic and still fantastic! *by W***N on February 14, 2020* I wish I had this book 40 years ago, when I was falling in love with karate in a closed Eastern European Communist country where practicing this specific martial art was for all practical purposes forbidden and illegal, while books on it where nowhere to be found... Even the best Western karate texts emphasize technique and the physical aspect of the "sport." After spending a number of years in Japan, I realized that this is in sharp contrast with the Eastern attitude, which treats karate not as a sport, but a "do," or "way"--way of approaching (through a strenuous effort to reach perfect technique) not only one's opponent or one's fellow men, but also (if not foremost) oneself, the world and life itself. Kanazawa understands that perfectly, giving a great exposition of the concept in the Introduction. Sadly, the English translation of this part of the book falls short of the mark, as the difficulty of conveying Eastern esoteric ideas to Western audiences are undeniably enormous. Kanazawa lives up to his own lofty principles in the remainder of the book, in which he presents the technical aspects of Shotokan karate. When it comes to step-by-step instructions, it does not get better than that. Admittedly, there are other great books on Shotokan and other styles of karate, but this one is surely among the best. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Written by Kanazawa , it is a great study into Shotokan Karate. *by R***E on February 16, 2022* This book is a good guide, into the World Shotokan Karate. It has all of the basics to reach the rank of Shodan, or 1st degree. This is the beginning, and means you are now ready to learn the Art of Karate. It's also great to use to condition your body as well. Kanazawa was the last of the old school teachers, sent from Japan, in the early 60"s, worldwide, to spread the art. Sadly, he passed away last year. He was a great fighter and champion, winning the 1957 world Karate championship, using only one hand! He injured his right hand,and had to use his kicking techniques to take the title. A very remarkable man! I recommend this book to those, seeking the true k owledge of "How it used to be"! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A must have ! *by W***W on December 29, 2025* Love it ! ## Frequently Bought Together - Black Belt Karate: The Intensive Course - Karate: The Complete Kata - Karate Fighting Techniques: The Complete Kumite --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ro/products/3680380-black-belt-karate-the-intensive-course](https://www.desertcart.ro/products/3680380-black-belt-karate-the-intensive-course) --- *Product available on Desertcart Romania* *Store origin: RO* *Last updated: 2026-05-26*