The Eight Devil Targets

A translation of ¿¿¿ Yamata an 18th Century Japanese scroll on equestrian archery.

This rare document describes a magic ceremony done by Samurai to banish built up evil by shooting a series of targets. The targets are everyday items including hats, knives, needles and even flowers and shellfish. This mysterious ceremony was handed down in the Otsubo School of equestrian archery from the 14th century. Includes extensive notes and illustrations.