The Heart of Aikido: The Philosophy of Takemusu Aiki
After mastering classical styles of jujutsu, kendo, and jodo, MORIHEI UESHIBA(1883-1969) created Aikido, an entirely original martial art, based on the teachings of the Omoto-kyo religion. After the Second World War, Ueshiba established the Aikikai Foundation in Tokyo to promote the dissemination of Aikido throughout the world.