Ninja Martial Arts

  Ninja swords, also known as ninjato or shinobi-gatana, are a type of sword traditionally associated with the ninja, a covert agent or mercenary in feudal Japan. They are characterized by their straight, single-edged blade and square or circular guard. The blade is typically made of steel and is relatively short, usually between 24 and 36 inches in length. The hilt is often wrapped in a cord or a type of cloth to provide a secure grip. These swords were used by the ninja for a variety of purposes, including as a weapon for close combat, as well as for cutting and thrusting. They were also used for a variety of other tasks, such as breaking chains and cutting rope. The design of this sword was intended to make it easy to conceal and quick to draw, which made it a useful tool for the ninja's covert operations. Background of Ninjas and Ninjato Ninjas, also known as shinobi, were covert agents or mercenaries in feudal Japan. They were skilled in espionage, sabotage, and assassination,...

  Nunchucks are a type of martial arts weapon consisting of two sticks connected, usually with a string or chain, used as an improvised striking and blocking tool. The nunchaku originated in Japan and first became popular worldwide after being featured in the movie Enter The Dragon. There are many variations of the original weapon— for instance, it can be held and swung around either by hand or attached to one's wrist, ankles, or neck in such a way that it becomes like an extra limb. They can also be found paired together with Kubota's as well as other weaponry like tonfa and sai to create what is called "No-Jitsu. It is now widespread in the martial arts community today.  They can be found with the black belt, and many people who train in Tae Kwon Do, Aikido, Judo, Karate, Kung Fu, and Tai Chi also use them. During the first half of the 20th century, nunchaku was used by the Imperial Japanese Army soldiers as a primary weapon. They were used by Samurais to counter other w...

  A ninja star is a throwing weapon that is designed to harm or kill an opponent. A ninja may be one who uses the throwing stars as weapons, more specifically in a manner similar to the "lightning bolt" throw. The history and design of the weapon are both shrouded in mystery and folklore. Throwing stars have been found in ancient Japanese art dating back several hundred years. The first written reference to their use was made by an observer of a battle recorded by the 12th-century chronicler Minamoto no Yoshitsune, describing how ninja attacked samurai: "An armed man clad in black clothes suddenly leaped into one's midst".  The ninja was carrying a "long, thin sword in one hand and a large, round shield in the other". It is believed that the ninja introduced Japan to small, portable weapons that could be concealed easily. They were also used as their main equipment for assassinations. The throwing star is shaped like a pentagram or five-point star and ...

Most nunchucks use a pair of small sticks with a chain. These small sticks are joined together by the chain and wrapped with a grip at the top of each stick. This grip is primarily for striking, but it also provides an effective grip for the nunchaku to wrap around the arm or leg of an opponent.  When wrapped around an opponent's arm and tightened, the nunchaku can be used as a type of garrote, choking weapon. In other forms adapted for grappling, such as Judo's use of katas, there are different shapes and sizes of nunchucks and pairs instead of sets. Some commercial versions of the chain-linked nunchuck replace the chain with a short length of rope, often to make them easier to conceal. Origins of Nunchucks: Nunchaku is often manufactured to be small, lightweight, and easy to carry around and use. These special types of nunchucks are designed to make the weapon easier to perform and provide a better experience than traditional wooden versions. They usually have a spring mecha...