The Way of the Ninja

Secret Techniques

Masaaki Hatsumi, Ben Jones

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Kodansha America, Inc
05 March 2019

Oriental martial arts

The essence of ninjutsu, explored by the world's most famous living ninja grandmaster.

The essence of ninjutsu, explored by the world's most famous living ninja grandmaster.

In his classic work Masaaki Hatsumi reveals the hidden secrets and truths about this mysterious and fascinating Japanese martial art. He looks at the traditions, training, and techniques, then shows how this knowledge will lead readers to an understanding of two essential principles- that ninjutsu is the very foundation of the martial arts; and that ninjutsu illuminates its true spiritual significance. Now in paperback, the book features detailed demonstration photos, sidebars on many topics related to ninjutsu, and new material by Hatsumi explaining the relevance of ninjutsu in today's world.

By: Masaaki Hatsumi
Translated by: Ben Jones
Imprint: Kodansha America, Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 260mm, Width: 192mm, Spine: 15mm
Weight: 737g
ISBN: 9781568365916
ISBN 10: 1568365918
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 05 March 2019
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Born in 1931,MasaakiHatsumiprogressed through various martial arts before meeting his mentorTakamatsuToshitsugu. He studied withToshitsugufor fifteen years, becoming the 34thGrandmaster ofTogakure-ryūNinjutsuand eight other arts, whichHatsumiunified into theBujinkansystem. While traveling the world, teaching thousands of individual students as well as law enforcement professionals, he received numerous accolades from politicians and spiritual leaders of many nationalities.Hatsumicontinues to teach and hold workshops onninjutsu.

Reviews for The Way of the Ninja: Secret Techniques

The book itself is a kin do 'secret document' with many hidden teachings in the from of metaphors or explanations that contain obscure meanings. ...This is no oversight. Hatsumi intentionally did this as a way to get the reader to ponder the techniques more deeply. Almost like a Zen koan. --Journal of Asian Martial Arts Through perceptive observations and many detailed pictures, Dr. Hatsumi reveals the hidden reality behind this mysterious and fascinating martial art. The Way of the Ninja will help widen readers' perceptions and deepen their understanding of two essential principles. One is that Ninjutsu is the very back bone of the martial arts; the other, that Ninjutsu reveals their true spiritual significance. --Cultral News .. .no stunts: They're the real thing! --Asian Week