It was in 2005 that we saw Hatsumi-sensei‘s Japanese Sword Fighting at the bookstores. As far as I can recall, this is the first Bujinkan related work to focus on our sword style. The subtle format was visually impressive for those of us that have been reading Bujinkan books throughout the years. With this book, [...]
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23 Mar 11
Posted in Budo, Reviews
Tagged bikenjutsu, Budo, bujinkan, dojo, hatsumi, katana, kendo, kenjitsu, kenjutsu, kokoro, kukishin, kukishinden, maurantonio, ninja, ninjutsu, ninpo, samurai, tachi, warrior
Tagged bikenjutsu, Budo, bujinkan, dojo, hatsumi, katana, kendo, kenjitsu, kenjutsu, kokoro, kukishin, kukishinden, maurantonio, ninja, ninjutsu, ninpo, samurai, tachi, warrior
8 Jul 09
During one of our recent sword classes we discussed why proper grip is so important. But I know, that not everyone can visualize the reasoning for it or the consequences of improper grip. Here’s a neat video to illustrate the point: Here are some books that I recommend for understanding swordplay: [amtap book:isbn=4770021984] [amtap book:isbn=1583941975] [...]
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Tagged Budo, bujinkan, katana, kendo, kenjutsu, koi uchi kiri, sword, tachi, tai atari, te no uchi
Tagged Budo, bujinkan, katana, kendo, kenjutsu, koi uchi kiri, sword, tachi, tai atari, te no uchi
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Ninpo: Wisdom for Life
This was the first small press Bujinkan book ever authorized by Hatsumi-soke. Translated by an amazing team of budoka lead by Joe Maurantonio, shidoshi. You can buy it by clicking on the book below:
Shadow Warrior
The Shadow Warrior highlights Darryl Caldwell's insight on the early years of ninja art and culture in America. Surviving the bruises, flashing blades, and dizzying mental shifts, he emerged as one of the first black belt teachers outside of Japan.
Henka- Shinbu Fusatsu
- Shugyo
- Shiro Kuma
- Man Who Never Missed