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Ninjutsu: History and Tradition (Paperback)

by Masaaki Hatsumi (Author)
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  • Paperback: 240 pages
  • Publisher: Unique Publications (Subs. of CFW Enterprises, Inc (Mar 1982)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0865680272
  • ISBN-13: 978-0865680272
  • Product Dimensions: 22.6 x 15 x 1.5 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
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5.0 out of 5 stars This is a must have for all serious martial artist!!, 26 Jun 1998
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In this book, Dr. Maasaki Hatsumi, 34th Grandmaster of Togakure Ryu Ninjutsu provides the reader with a true glimpse of what it really meant and means to be a practicioner of ninjutsu. Dr Hatsumi discusses the history and evolution of Ninjutsu as well as its uses and applications during fuedal era Japan and beyond. He provides exceptional illustrations, photos, and artwork of various ninja weapons, techniques, and tools. Dr Hatsumi also shares with the reader a paper on ninjutsu written by his teacher or sensei, Toshitsugu Takamatsu. In his paper Takamatsu sensei describes what being a ninja is. He discusses the ninja's duties and responsibilities along with how their influence on certain events should be felt. Whether you are a student of ninjutsu or just an interested reader, this book is a must read! I felt this book went a long way towards dispelling many of the misperceptions often associated with the art of ninjutsu.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Dropping the technique, 11 Mar 2004
Recently, during my ninjutsu training, I reached a plateau in learning the techniques. The movements during it were correct, but it still felt like something I was doing wasn't quite right.

After reading this I realized what I was doing wrong, as it teaches you not to hold the technique in memory, but to drop it from your conscious mind and let it become a natural movement in the unconscious mind. It's also cleared up a lot of my mistakes, taught me some extra moves and I've learned about the history of the ninja.

This book by Dr. Maasaki Hatsumi (34th Grandmaster of the Togakura ryu school of ninjutsu) is probably the most helpful information I've found outside the dojo. But don't think that you can learn ninjutsu just from reading books; it takes dedication, endurance and intention to learn (in other words, the best training possible is physically training with someone who knows the martial art). For anyone who is looking to learn the history of the ninja or is struggling in their training, I highly recommend this book. For anyone hoping to learn ninjutsu from simply reading books, although this does teach some techniques, it's not as in-depth as other books.

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9 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars All other Ninjutsu is false, 23 Jan 1999
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Please buy this book. It shows many kamae and you can get a real feel of what Ninjutsu is about from reading it. The only drawback is the stuff about Hayes. My instructor is 8th Dan, graded by Hatsumi and he highly reccomends this book. I can think of no better advert for it that his recomendation.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Ninjutsu written by the Master
This should be considered as the intro text for student of Ninjutsu. This book gives a complete general information about Ninjutsu by the Grandmaster himself. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Dropping the technique
Recently, during my ninjutsu training, I reached a plateau in learning the techniques. The movements during it were correct, but it still felt like something I was doing wasn't... Read more
Published on 11 Mar 2004 by malgroth

5.0 out of 5 stars For all Budo followers
Whether you are Bujinkan, Genbukan, or Jinenkan, this book should be in your collection. Although very basic in its coverage, it is an excellent introduction to our art.
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5.0 out of 5 stars True Ninjutsu
Dr. Masaaki Hatsumi is the 34th Soke (head hancho) of the Togakure ryu tradition. There is no higher authority on Ninjutsu than him.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Anyone interested in matial arts should read this book.
Hatsumi is the man. He is it, the one, the big enchilada. He knows more than you or I ever will.
Published on 5 Nov 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars My favorite book by Dr. Hatsumi.
How fortunate we are to have Hatsumi Sensei and his unsurpassed understanding of these ancient family-based arts and traditions.

A bit of irony. Read more

Published on 27 Sep 1998

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Overview - Fantastic photos
This book provides a great overview of the ninjutsu tradition. There are plenty of photos. If anything I wished that there was even more text and chapters as it left me wanting... Read more
Published on 5 Jul 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars EXALENT! One of Soke Hatsumi's best!!!
This is one of his best books, and I highly recomend that you get it! It is wonderful, it is the first one of his books that I had ever read, and I loved it! Read more
Published on 29 Jun 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best books on the ninja available today!
The ninja have never been more well-described! Secrets of the past are artfully delivered page after page. Dr. Read more
Published on 28 Oct 1997

4.0 out of 5 stars A very comprehensive book on the history of Ninjutsu
This book covers just about every facet of the history and traditions within the art of Ninjutsu. The author, the 34th Grand Master of the Togakure Ryu is exceptionally well... Read more
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