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The Five Books on Ninjutsu You Should Own
There have been a lot of books written on ninjutsu over the past four decades. There is a ninjutsu book on everything from their shadowy history to ninjas from outer space. I am going to share with you the 5 best ninjutsu books that you should have in your library.
You can find ninjutsu books on:
- Body movement
- Strategic positioning
- Ninja weapons
- Ninja stealth
- Climbing
- Invisibility
- Explosives
But the most important books on ninjutsu are the ninjutsu books that teach you how to move, why to move and when to move. If you can’t position yourself to be in the perfect place at the perfect time then nothing else works.
You must learn the ninjutsu moves. The best way to learn these skills is to train directly with a good teacher. Most people don’t live close enough to a good teacher because ninjutsu isn’t like karate. Karate can be found on every strip mall in America because it has been watered down in so many ways by so many teachers. There are traditional karate teachers but they are as hard to find as good ninjutsu teachers.
But ninjutsu is the most effetive self defense system in the world. So why not work a little harder to get the best!
So, having said all that here, in my opinion, are the top 5 books on ninjutsu you should own.
#1 Ninjutsu Book
Ninjutsu Core Techniques
Ninjutsu Core Techniques is at the top of my list of books on ninjutsu. Ths is because it contains the kihon happo. The kihon happo, or “basic eight” are the 8 basic kata (models) that contain all the fundemental principals of ninjutsu. These principles are the heart of ninjutsu.
It is said that if you went up on a mountain for four years and only practiced the kihon happo you would come down more proficient than someone who studied in a good school. This is because students tend to get bored with repetition. But it is repetition of the important principles that lead to mastery.
Ninjutsu Book #2
Nine Steps to Defend, Attack and Win!
The next book on ninjutsu you should own is “Nine Steps to Defend, Attack and Win!”. Of all the ninjutsu books I have seen this is the only one that has a clear step-by-step formula to win every time.
It has everything from the initial threat to the final takedown. This how-to ninjutsu book has pictures and descriptions of each step of the process so you can practice, learn and win.
Ninjutsu Book #3
The Grandmasters Book of Ninja Training
What can I say. The Grandmaster, Masaaki Hatsumi is the source.
This book on ninjutsu doesn’t go over physical training in Ninjutsu. It is an eye into Bujinkan Taijutsu and Ninpo. It is basically an interview with the Grandmaster himself. You also get insights from three of his top non-Japanese students, Doron Navon of Israel, and Charles Daniels and Jack Hoban of the United States.
Ninjutsu Book #4
Essence of Ninjutsu
Again, this is by the grandmaster Masaaki Hatsumi.
The reason I think you should own this book is it puts the popular myths of the “ninja” to rest. You learn more truths about ninja and this book on ninjutsu has some techniques.
But more than that it contains Japanese history. It is important to understand the context of what you are learning as it relates to your world today and the world in which it was created.
Being a doctor Masaaki Hatsumi is particularly qualified to teach this art. He also has some neat tidbits and tricks you will find interesting.
Ninjutsu Book #5
Unarmed Fighting Techniques of the Samurai
You guessed it, Masaaki Hatsumi.
The ninja mostly fought the samurai. As a result they learned the samurai techniques. In order to defeat something you need to know it.
As a result, this book of ninjutsu has samurai techniques and history.
Lots of great photos. Lots of instruction on kata in detail. But if you are a newbie it may a bit confusing. If you have a good teacher this is an excellent ninjutsu book to reference and learn from.
This book on ninjutsu also has:
- Ukemi (recieving skills)
- Tihenjutsu
- And kihon happo
There you have it!
If you don’t already have books on ninjutsu in your library then these are the 5 you should start with.
Just so you know, if you follow any links on my website and buy something I will probably make a commission. Having said that, i truly believe these are the books you should own.
Omote Gyaku
Author: shinobi-ninja
Wrist Lock or Wrist Break?
How do I perform the technique “Omote Gyaku“?
Omote gyaku is a primary technique in ninjutsu. It is part of the ninjutsu kihon happo, or basic eight principles .
Omote gyaku is a wrist lock. It happens when the opponent’s hand is manipulated in such a way that the bones of the wrist lock. This causes pain and can become a wrist break if sufficient force is applied.
The following description is meant as a step by step way to practice this kihon happo technique. The mechanics of omote gyaku is as follows:
CAUTION: This is a potentially destructive technique! Do not move quickly and be extremely sensitive to your partner’s body at all times. The locking action of omote gyuaku happens very quickly!
1) Your partner’s position. Have your partner hold their hand with fingers pointing up and their palm facing them (you are looking at the back of their hand).
Ura gyaku hand position
2) Place your thumbs on the back of your partner’s hand. The tips of your thumbs should be firmly pressed into the small bones on the back of his/her hand that lead from their wrist to their knuckles.
3) Place your finger tips on the palm of your partner’s hand. You will hold their hand much like you would hold a sandwich.
4) Fold their wrist. You do this by applying pressure to bend their wrist and moving their palm toward their forearm.
5) Twist their wrist. At the same moment you are folding their wrist, twist it “backwards”. You do this by pointing their palm behind them. Imagine you are trying to place their palm on the ground four feet directly behind them and then move to make that happen.
Tips for a more effective omote gyaku
- Use your hips to place their palm on the ground. As you are applying the fold and twist action to their wrist, simply turn your body and step in the direction you want them to go.
- DO NOT BEND AT THE WASTE! Use your knees to lower yourself to place their palm on the ground behind them.
The kihon happo is a collection of drills that deepen your understanding of the underlying principles of ninjutsu. These principles will be present in everything you do when learning ninjutsu.
Be careful, be mindful and keep training!
Keith Copeland is the owner of Quest Martial Arts. He has produced books and videos on the subjects of ninjutsu, the ninja, self awareness and self improvement. For more information on how you can learn ninjutsu online visit www.ninja-training-techniques.com
Core Ninja Techniques
Author: shinobi-ninja
Download my Core Ninja Techniques book
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The Core Ninja Techniques are found in the kihon happo. The kihon happo, also known as the fundamental or basic 8, are the very heart of ninjutsu.
All the basic principles are buried in these kata, or models. Even if you are shown the kata it takes the guidance of an experienced teacher to explain the principles. It is the principles that are important, not the movements themselves.
In Ninja Core Techniques book I show you exactly what these principles are and how to use them.
For instance, the first principle is to “use what they give you“. When the attacker punches, kicks or grabs you they are giving you a gift, the solution to their defeat. You could learn the moves in the kata, but without a skilled teacher to guide you through what the kata is trying to teach you the moves just become mechanical. And the mechanics will only take you so far.
Core Ninja Techniques and the accompanying video series is included in my Ninja Online Mastery membership.
My Ninja Online Mastery membership teaches you:
* How to use exactly what the attacker gives you to defeat them
* How to build in your defenses in every move you make
* Sneaky ways to have the attacker put themselves in a joint lock
* And so much more
You can have access to these secrets and many more when you activate your Ninja Online Mastery membership.
And then, train, train, train!
Winter warrior camp core techniques lesson video 3
Core Ninjutsu Techniques Camp lesson 3
This is your third in depth lesson to the kihon happo. Make sure you are dedicating the time and focus to your training.
You can achieve anything you set your mind to. You just need to see it clearly in your mind. Then you need to take massive action to drive yourself to make it happen.
This is the third video lesson from an invitation only winter warrior camp.
Study the information, practice it and perfect your technique, and yourself.
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Winter warrior camp core techniques lesson video 2
Core Ninjutsu Techniques Camp lesson 2
This is your second in depth lesson to the kihon happo. As you build your strong foundation for mastery you will notice some pretty phenomenal things.
You will begin to know things just before they happen, when and where people will move and make intuitive decisions. Decisions that would make no sense to others, but you will develop a certainty beyond reason.
This is the second video lesson from an invitation only winter warrior camp.
Study the information, practice it and perfect your technique, and yourself.
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Winter warrior camp core techniques lesson video 1
Core Ninjutsu Techniques Camp lesson 1
Welcome to your in depth lesson to the kihon happo. These comprehensive instruction videos will give you the strong foundation for mastery.
This is the first video lesson from an invitation only winter warrior camp. The participants in this twenty four hour submersion training had an access to the secrets you are looking for.
Study the information, practice it and perfect your technique, and yourself.
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Ganseki Nage: “Throwing large stones”
Most martial arts teach you to get out of the way and then find a way to kick or punch. One of the best ways to win is to get in so close that you are virtually safe.
If you are this close, then get even closer. The best place to be is where Continue reading »
Te-Makura: Musha Dori variation
NOTE: THIS IS A VERY DESTRUCTIVE TECHNIQUE. USE EXTREME CAUTION!!!
Core Ninjutsu Techniques lesson 7
This is the response if the attacker counters (reverses or escapes) the oni kudaki.
If the attacker escapes the oni kudaki his arm will most likely straighten at the elbow. This will cause the shoulder lock to be ineffective.
If this happens, place your hand Continue reading »
Oni Kudaki: “Demon Crusher” –
Musha Dori Variation – “Elbow scoop shoulder dislocation”
NOTE: THIS IS A VERY DESTRUCTIVE TECHNIQUE. USE EXTREME CAUTION!!!
Core Ninjutsu Technique lesson 6
This techniques works on pretty much the same basic principles of musha dori.
The variation is that the attackers elbow is high instead of low. The mechanics are adjusted for this difference, but the effects are the same.
The principle: Continue reading »
Musha Dori – “Catching The Warrior”: Elbow scoop shoulder dislocation
NOTE: THIS IS A VERY DESTRUCTIVE TECHNIQUE. USE EXTREME CAUTION!!!
Core Ninjutsu Technique lesson 5
This is a particularly nasty technique. You can severely damage you opponent’s shoulder if you don’t have the skill and control to master the technique.
One of the things you are practicing with musha dori is the idea of Continue reading »
Hon Gyaku: Ura Gyaku variation
NOTE: THIS IS A VERY DESTRUCTIVE TECHNIQUE. USE EXTREME CAUTION!!!
Hold their wrist with the pinky finger up to the ceiling and the thumb down to the ground.
As the attacker turns to hit or grab, they will cause the lock to increase in effectiveness.
NOTE: Hon gyaku has a small effect if the attacker’s arm is straight. As they move toward you and they bend their elbow, the lock increases exponentially.
The pain comes on fast. SO GO SLOW AND BE CAREFUL. THIS COULD BE A VERY DAMAGING TECHNIQUE!!!
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Ura Gyaku: “Inward wrist twist”
NOTE: THIS IS A VERY DESTRUCTIVE TECHNIQUE. USE EXTREME CAUTION!!!
Core Ninjutsu Technique lesson 3
Ura Gyaku is an inward wrist twist. It is also the name of this kata.
Wrist locks are an effective tool in your defense and attack. Ura gyaku is an inward wrist twist that will cause the attacker to move forward to relieve the pressure.
If done with great force it will shear the tendons and brake the wrist joint. I teach my students to develop connection and control to win. Rarely will it be necessary to break the wrist.
The principle in this kata is Continue reading »
Omote Gyaku Tsuki: “Outer wrist twist“
Building off omote gyaku dori this kata tells us that even though we have used what they gave us to defeat them, they will keep on coming.
We always need to be ready to defend. It isn’t over until it is over.
You must learn the three mind states:
- Isshin
- Mushin
- Zanshin
Isshin means:Continue reading »
Welcome to Your Ninja Training!
The Kihon Happo is a collection of 8 kata, or models, that embody ninjutsu’s core principles. In fact, the Kihon Happo is referred to as the “basic or fundamental eight”.
The Kihon Happo is the base and foundation everything you will do in ninjutsu. The Kihon Happo is so rich that you could study just the lessons it presents for the rest of your life and never exhaust the possibilities.
There are five “capture” kata and 3 “striking” kata. We will look at the five captures and some of their variationsContinue reading »
Omote Gyaku Dori: “The Outward Wrist Twist”
NOTE: THIS IS A VERY DESTRUCTIVE TECHNIQUE. USE EXTREME CAUTION!!!
When you are attacked that person is giving you a gift. They are giving you something they are attached to. It may be their hand and arm, their foot and leg or a weapon that is an extension of them.
If you can affect that thing they give you through striking or capturing, then you have at least disrupted the attack and at best gained control of the attacker.
This is a very powerful tool and strategy.
Many arts will teach you to avoid and evade, and then attack the head or body. This is useful.
But if you can damage the incoming weapon, then the fight may end immediately. If you can capture them by capturing their incoming attack then you take control and can win very quickly!
The principle: Continue reading »