Fujita Seiko:: The Last Koga Ninja by Phillip T. Hevener
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Book Reviews of Fujita Seiko:: The Last Koga Ninja
Book Review: Fujita Seiko
Summary: 5 Stars
This was an awesome read. For anyone looking into the history of ninjutsu Mr. Hevener's book is a must for any libary. Having 29 years of martial arts to draw from I give this book 5 stars.
J.Keith Emerson
Meiyo-Kan Ryu Bujutsu Dojo
Book Review: Finally!
Summary: 5 Stars
A well written book full of undisputable facts about an enigmatic figure. Finally, this book will hopefully put an end to all the so called "KOGA NINJA MASTERS" frauds out there. Great book and a great job by the author. Keep them coming!Book Review: Exciting and Enjoyable while still keeping to the facts
Summary: 5 Stars
Great historical book. Keeps to the facts while keeping the mystery of the ninja alive. Any one with an interest in martial arts or military history would enjoy this recounting. The photos from WWII authenticate the real man.Book Review: Very Good
Summary: 5 Stars
This was a very good book. Although it was short, it was very good quick read.It will leave you wanting to know more about this interesting character in ninjutsu history. I enjoyed it very much.Book Review: A very good book about a unique martial artist
Summary: 4 Stars
I found Fujita Seiko to be quite a character and a unique subject for a book. There is not much new material being published in the martial arts world. So this book is refreshing.
There has always been a lot of mystique relating to the ninja and thier martial arts. In thier day they needed to be secret and mysterious. But now that those days are gone practicing martial artists should have a clear and precise history and knowledge of thier martial arts lineage. This is especially true given today's martial arts market place and the way that unscrupulous teachers attach themselves to arts or famous teachers. This book puts to rest some of the myth about Koga Ninjutsu and the end of that lineage. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the truth about Koga Ninjutsu.
It is very difficult to research such obscure subjects, especially when you do not read or speak Japanese fluently. Mr. Hevener did an excellent job in seeking out and locating historical documents and newspaper accounts and locating those few people who have such personal knowledge.
Especially for the first book by this author, I think he did a fine job of presenting the material.
This book should be read by all who are interested in Ninjutsu. I have also discovered some interesting connections between Fujita Seiko and those in my Motobu Ryu and Shito Ryu Karate and Okinawan Kobudo lineage. So there may be some surprises for other readers as well.