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Author: Testing for my godan was truly amazing
I tested for my Godan (fifth degree) ranks in ninjutsu, and passed! It was truly amazing. They would not let you video tape it but I found this video of others taking the “sakki godan test”. Make sure you take a few minutes to watch it! I think you’ll like it.
Be prepared to see some folks get whacked on the head. These people did not pass the test. To pass you must roll out of the way after the seord begins its cut but before it strikes you.
It seems impossible. But you learn to feel energy and intention as you practice and progress in this ninja martial art. The only way to pass the test (and you see this in the people who actually pass the sakki test) is to have a clear and still mind. Only when you get out of your own way can you get out of harm’s way.
Enjoy!
Ninjutsu in Japan is awesome!
(watch our arrival video below)
We did ninjutsu training for 10 days in Japan with Grandmaster Maasaki Hatsumi and his top teachers. Hatsumi sensei is THE ninjutsu authority. They all shared some very sneaky and powerful ninjutsu secrets. They teach to the 15th degrees but everyone got somethng at their own level.
This years ninjutsu Japan trip was great on so many levels.
- Being in the home dojo of the ninja grandmaster
- Learning ninjutsu with Hatsumi sensei
- Training with the Shihan
- Learning ninjutsu technique details and secrets
- Training with ninjutsu practioners from Brazil, Germany, Argentina, Australia and literally all over the world
- Being immersed in Japanese culture
- And don’t forget the sushi!
It was particulary important this year because no one really knows how much longer Hatsumi sensei will be teaching ninjutsu. He is a true gift to us and a singular gem. No one else has his knowledge and experience in ninjutsu. You need to make sure you go for your own ninjutsu in Japan experience with Hatsumi sensei, the source of all ninjutsu knowledge.
Some people I have talked with are concerned with traveling to Japan and getting around there. It is really not that bad. In fact, it is a ton of fun. The Japanese are polite and orderly. They tend to be forgiving of foreigners and are quite helpful. There is english on many signs and a good train/subway map will get you where you need to go.
Watch the video below. It is us arriving and getting to the hombu dojo. You will see that it is pretty easy.
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