Bujinkan

BujinkanThe Bujinkan Dojo is a new martial arts organization, having been established by Hatsumi Soke (Founder) in the last 30 years. The literal translation of Bujinkan is "Hall of the Divine Warrior." Hatsumi Soke gave his organization this name to honour his teacher Takamatsu Toshitsugu, the first person to receive the title Soke in all of the nine Ryu of which the Bujinkan is composed and which have histories dating from the eighth century onwards. The teachings of these schools have been handed down in direct teacher/disciple relationships throughout a lineage of some two hundred and one Soke and thousands of warriors under their tutelage. In brief, bujutsu refers to the classical martial arts/systems (pre-1600's), while ninjutsu is a section within bujutsu. To think of ninjutsu as being something outside of bujutsu is incorrect, as is thinking of the Bujinkan Dojo as teaching only ninjutsu. Hatsumi Masaaki received the teachings of the nine schools of the Bujinkan from Takamatsu Toshitsugu. Takamatsu Sensei received these teachings from three sources: Toda Shinryuken, Ishitani Matsutaro, and Mizuta Yoshitaro. A brief description of each school is essential to an understanding of the Bujinkan as a whole. Schools of the Bujinkan GYOKKO RYU - Jewel Tiger School 1st Soke: Tozawa Hakuunsai (circa 1100) - - Taught to Takamatsu by: Toda Sensei Current Head: Hatsumi Masaaki (28th Soke) System: Koshijutsu (Bone Finger Technique) striking system This is a striking system that focuses on the striking and tearing of soft fleshy areas of the body. This style of striking is based upon Chinese Chuan-Fa (Fist Method) and is said to have been brought to Japan in the 8th century by Yo Gyokko. How the teachings of Gyokko Ryu were passed from him to Tozawa are unknown, as written records from this era are not available. Gyokko Ryu was incorporated into the collective known as Iga Ryu Ninpo, when it was passed into the Momochi family (circa 16th century) and has been incorrectly referred to as a "ninjutsu" school because of this. KOTO RYU - Tiger Felling School 1st Soke: Sakagami Taro Kunishige (circa 1300) - - Taught to Takamatsu by: Toda Sensei Current Head: Hatsumi Masaaki (18th Soke) System: Koppojutsu (Bone Breaking Technique) striking system This is a striking system that focuses on striking the bones and joints of the body with the intention of breaking/destroying them. This style is also said to be based on Chinese Chuan-Fa and is said to have been brought to Japan by Chan Busho. An exact date for this transfer is not given, but it is known that he travelled to Japan by way of Korea. The teachings of Chan Busho were passed through several generations to Sakagami Taro Kunishige, who redeveloped them and is recognized as the first Soke. However, it was the fourth Soke, Toda Sakyo Ishinsai (circa 1400) who named them "Koto Ryu." Like the Gyokko Ryu, Koto Ryu was passed on to the Momochi family and became part of the Iga Ryu Ninpo collective. TAKAGI YOSHIN RYU - High Tree Raise Heart School 1st Soke: Takagi Oriuemon Shigetashi - - Taught to Takamatsu by: Ishitani Sensei/Mizuta Sensei Current Head: Hatsumi Masaaki (17th Soke) System: Jutaijutsu (Grappling Technique) grappling system This is known as a grappling system, yet it contains a complete repertoire of grappling and striking techniques. An important aspect of its taijutsu (body dynamics) is that techniques are applied in such a way as to limit, and when possible, eliminate, the opponent's chance of applying any ukemi (receiving body) falling/breakfall skills. The basis for this school is found in the Rinpoden (Shining Method Tradition) of Soun Ryu (circa 1500). Soun Ryu is thought to have been a Taoist sage from China. Two generations later his teachings were redeveloped by Takagi Oriuemon Shigetashi and named Yoshin Ryu. The second Soke, Umanosuke Shigetada, added to the curriculum and renamed the system Hontai (Main Branch) Takagi Yoshin Ryu. Umanosuke travelled all over Japan, duelling and teaching along the way and is responsible for spreading the art. SHINDEN FUDO RYU - Immovable Diety Tradition School 1st Soke: Izumo Kanja Yoshiteru - - Taught to Takamatsu by: Toda Sensei Current Head: Hatsumi Masaaki (26th Soke) System: Dakentaijutsu (Striking Weapons Body Techniques) striking system This school is known as a striking system, but also contains a complete repertoire of striking and grappling techniques. This style is based heavily in nature - moving in natural ways, to and from natural positions, flowing/adapting/changing freely like nature. The first Soke is said to have developed this Ryu from his knowledge of Koshijutsu (see Gyokko Ryu) methods. It was passed on to a member of the Minamoto family (circa 1100) who named it Shinden Fudo Ryu. GIKAN RYU - Have Regard for Justice School 1st Soke: Usho Bankan Gikanbo - - Taught to Takamatsu by: Ishitani Sensei Current Head: Hatsumi Masaaki (15th Soke) System: Koppojutsu (Bone Breaking Technique) striking system This is a striking system that traces its roots to the 13th Soke of Gyokko Ryu, Sogyokko Kanritsushi. One of his students taught Usho Bankan Gikanbo who later established Gikan Ryu and is recognized as the first Soke. KUKISHINDEN RYU - Tradition of 9 Demon Deities School 1st Soke: Izumo Kanja Yoshiteru Taught to Takamatsu by: Ishitani Sensei/Mizuta Sensei Current Head: Hatsumi Masaaki (28th Soke) System: See Below This is a complete system that consists of 9 sub-sections, each specializing in a different aspect of martial culture. It was named "Kukishin Ryu" after Kuki Yakushimaru (circa 1300). • • • • • • • • • The 9 sections of this school are referred to as Happo Hikenjutsu (Eight Methods Secret Sword Technique). The Happo, first 8 sections, were changed to suit the particular needs of any given time. Gunryaku Tenmon Chimon (miltary tactics/strategy) Jojutsu/Hanbo (cane/half staff techniques) Rokushakubo/Tai no Kuraidori (6ft staff/body management) Naginata/Bisentojutsu (small/large halberd techniques) Kodachi/Juttejutsu (small sword/truncheon techniques) Kisha/Suijutsu (equestrian archery/swimming techniques) Sojutsu (spear techniques) Taijutsu Kenpo (body technique sword method) GYOKUSHIN RYU - Jewel Spirit School 1st Soke: Sasaki Goemon Teruyori - - Taught to Takamatsu by: Toda Sensei Current Head: Hatsumi Masaaki (21st Soke) System: Ninjutsu (Stealth/Endurance) system This is a ninjutsu system that traces its roots back to the 13th Soke of Gyokko Ryu, Sogyokko Kanritsushi. Gyokko Ryu was established by Sasaki Goemon Teruyori, an ancestor of Sasaki Gendayu Sadayasu who was a student of Sogyokko. This school has never been taught publicly, even to Bujinkan members. KUMOGAKURE RYU - Hidden (Amongst) Clouds School 1st Soke: Iga Heinaisaemon Ienaga - - Taught to Takamatsu by: Toda Sensei Current Head: Hatsumi Masaaki (14th Soke) System: Ninjutsu (Stealth/Endurance) system This is a ninjutsu system that traces its roots to Iga Ryu Ninjutsu. It specializes in taijutsu (body dynamics) and the use of the Kamayari and Ippon-sugi Nobori. The Kamayari is a spear with a sickle-shaped blade, while the Ippon-sugi Nobori is a tool used for climbing trees. Both were secret tools of this school. Not much else is known about this school, as it, along with the Gyokushin Ryu, is not taught publicly. TOGAKURE RYU - Hidden Door School 1st Soke: Togakure Daisuke - - Taught to Takamatsu by: Toda Sensei Current Head: Hatsumi Masaaki (34th Soke) System: Ninjutsu (Stealth/Endurance) system This is a system on ninjutsu that specializes in taijutsu (body dynamics) and the use of numerous Kakushi Buki (Secret/Hidden Martial Tools/Skills). There were 18 areas in which ninja of this school became proficient, each specializing in a different aspect of Japanese martial culture. Togakure Daisuke is recognized as the founder of what we now know as Togakure Ryu Ninjutsu (circa 1100). He developed this school from training he had received at Togakushi mountain during his youth, his battlefield experiences and the additional training that he later recieved from Kumogakure Doshi in the Iga province. The Soke lineage of this school includes people from both the Iga and Koga provinces. allowing them to instruct under the supervision of a fully licensed . The student is being graded every day. taking turns performing the role of uke (receiver of a technique). and other complementary skills and techniques. rehearse. the warrior class. their skills no longer needed on the battlefield. Judo. Ka. and is required to study and demonstrate knowledge and understanding of armed skills. philosophy. as real-life situations rarely play themselves out as a kata shown in class. Junior dojo members (Kukyu . The martial arts that were founded during this time of peace hold perfection of character as more important than combat effectiveness. Wind. and Menkyo Kaiden found in many classical martial ryu. The Bujinkan is unique in that combat effectiveness is still held at the highest level. green/red. During the 250 years of peace that followed. and Void). Particpants generally practice with a partner. Sui. Okuden. Each member is expected to be able to demonstrate a number of spontaneous combative applications (henka) of the techniques appropriate to his/her level. began to turn to more humanitarian endeavors. as techniques are studied for real-life situations only. This means that there is no tournament competition. Fu. and may opt to substitute a red belt for a green one (and a purple uniform for a black one) if they choose to do so as a reflection of this difference. Menkyo. and the students will pair up and attempt the technique just shown. Kendo. Chuden. The white belt is worn by new members of the dojo. and perform set movements on a particular day. It is this limitless world of variations that the student is expected to enter so that he can spontaneously create a technique from nothing should the need arise. The instructor will typically demonstrate a basic technique (kihon) with an uke at the beginning of class.white. 9th Rank-1st Rank) wear a green belt. strategy. This corresponds to the 5 levels of Shoden. Aikido. Female practioners are recognized as having different physical and mental abilities than their male partners.Bujinkan training today What is different about the Bujinkan? What sets the Bujinkan apart from other modern cognate forms of martial training (Karate. etc. Water. New grades are issued on the basis of each member's ability to naturally express Budo Taijutsu rather than on their ability to remember. and black. What is the ranking structure? The Bujinkan ranking structure consists of three belts . history. Fire. As the class progresses. The black belt is worn by senior members and teachers of the Dojo.Ikkyu.) is that the techniques which are still studied today were formed on the battlefields of Japan before nationwide peace was achieved by the Tokugawa Shogunate in 1603. Shodan to Judan (1st step to 10th step). There are ten black belt levels. techniques not being diluted to accommodate safety. How are students graded? Most Bujinkan Dojo groups do not hold formal gradings. The instructor watches the students during every training session and issues grades when a student has shown that they are ready for it. and Ku (Earth. numerous henka (variations) of the kihon will be shown. A person with rank from Nidan to Yondan (2nd to 4th degree black belt) may obtain a Shidoshi-ho (Assistant Instructor) license from Hatsumi Soke. and is referred to as "Mukyu" (No Rank). The 10th level is further divided in to 5 sub-levels: Chi. Upon passing. There are local publishers of Sanmyaku in various countries around the world. One half-decent page that I have seen is the Bujinkan Australia Dojo homepage. Finally. In actual fact. Two good books are: Essence of Ninjutsu: The Nine Traditions. What are some Bujinkan resources available to me today? The best resource on Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu training today is the Sanmyaku (Mountain Flow) newsletter issued by Hatsumi Soke himself. When a student is ready for Godan (5th degree black belt). and The Grandmaster's Book of Ninja Training. There is no acceptable substitute author on this subject. This is information straight from the source. Reflect back on all the progress in your life and allow the positive. Happiness is waiting there in front of you. write: Edward Brown. being personally responsible only to Hatsumi Soke himself. Generally speaking. Canada M6A 3B8. he is tested personally by Hatsumi Soke. he becomes a fully licensed senior instructor (Shidoshi) and can open his own school. Please take these with a grain of salt. There are many Bujinkan websites out there with lots of information. training with a happy heart is stressed as important in the Bujinkan. Only you can decide whether or not you choose to experience it. Toronto. ON. SanmyakuCanada. Box 27589. Before his death. Takamatsu told Hatsumi Sensei just how important it is: "The way to experience happiness is to let go of all worries and regrets and know that being happy is the most satisfying of life's feelings. the vast majority of material covered in training in Japan comes from the other six schools. take anything with salt that mentions ninja ninja ninja without referring to the other six schools of the Bujinkan or that refers to the Bujinkan as teaching exclusively ninjutsu. as much of this information comes from unofficial sources and much of it is heavily influenced by the American Ninja Boom. and is a must for all Bujinkan members. The next best resource on the Bujinkan would be any books authored by Hatsumi Soke himself.instructor. and joyous thoughts to outshine and overwhelm any sorrow or grief. . In Canada. Contact Kasumi on #martial to get the address of a publisher in your country. creative. Yorkdale PO. 34th Soke of Togakure Ryu Ninjutsu and founder of the Bujinkan. and this forms the basis of instruction for all students. Earth and Man Strategy Book These techniques comprise the Kihon Kata of Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu.Tenchijin Ryaku No Maki Heaven."Heaven Strategy Book" Bujin shoku to seikatsu Junan Taiso to Kokyuho Ryutai Undo Kokyuho Shinkokyu San’aun Taihenjutsu Kaiten Shiho Tenchi Tobi Zenpo Ukemi Gata to Ryusui Zenpo Ukemi Yoko Nagare Tare Nagare Koho Ukemi Shinken Gata Taihenjutsu Taihenjutsu Mutodori Gata Hira no Kamae Ichimonji no Kamae Jumonji no Kamae Ukemi no jutsu to Ankoku toshijutsu Kamae to sono kata Fudoza Ryuhyo Ryuhyo Fusetsu Shizen Hoi (Hoko) Doko Jumonji Hicho Ichimonji Ihen Hira Kosei Shoten no jutsu Uke Nagashi Jodan Gedan Hiken Juroppo . Kata are taken from all the nine schools to compile this book. Ten Ryaku No Maki . The Tenchijin Ryaku No Maki was formulated by Masaaki Hatsumi. "Earth Strategy Book" Keri Sokuyakuken .Dai .Dai Goho Omote Gyaku Dori Ura Gyaku Dori Hon Gyaku Dori Musha Dori Ganseki Nage Kyusho to Kiai Koppojutsu Kinketsu Teisoku Kasho Meisho Chi Ryaku No Maki .Sanpo Ichimonji no Kata Hicho no Kata Jumonji no Kata Torite Gata Dai Ippo .Shikakuken Shukiken Fudoken Kitenken Shishinken Shitanken Gyokakuken Sanshitanken Shishtanken Shuken Shanshitanken Shakoken Shitoken Shikanken Shikanken henka Koppoken Happaken Taiken Sokuyakuken Sokkiken Sokugyakuken Kiken Sanshin no Kata Chi no Kata Sui no Kata Ka no Kata Fu no Kata Ku no Kata Kihon Happo Koshi Dai .Ippo . Inashi Gata Henkaken Itami Uchi Tsukami Dori Itami Osae / Itami Dori Kogeri Henka Ken Nagashi .Sokuyakuken Ten no Keri Sokugyakuken Ten no Keri Omote Sokugyakuken Omote Sokugyakuken Ten Sokuyaku Suiteiken Sokuyaku Tenken Sokuho Geri Naname Koho Tenchijin Geri Koken Koho Geri Kagi Koho Geri Kumite Sokki Hentenken Keri ni Taisuru Uke Kata Keri Kudaki Taihen Tsure Yuki Kyoto (Takagi Yoshin ryu) Ashi Dori Keri no Tai Dori Ken no Tsukai Kata.Tedama Dori Aite to Kumu Koko Kogamae Tehodoki Ryote Hodoki Oyo Goroshi .Kubi Jime .Ko Goroshi Take Ori Omote Take Ori Ura Take Ori Omote .Ura Oni Kudaki Muso Dori O gyaku to Henka Shime Waza Gyaku Jime Hon Jime Mimi Jime Sankaku Jime Itami Jime Ryo Ude Jime Do Jime . Otoshi Gyaku Nage Taki Otoshi Gyaku Taki Otoshi Kubi Dori Taki Otoshi Osoto Nage to Hiki Otoshi Uchi Mata & Uchi Gake Hane Age Itami Ken Nage Kimon Nage Kiri Nage Amado Nage Nage ni Taisuku Waza Okyo Zu Dori Shomen Dori Atto Tohi Metsubushi Fuki Ransetsu to Soto Sutemi Nage .Tomoe Geri Kara Tawara Mawashi Kuki Nage Jin Ryaku No Maki . Gokuraku. Yume no Makura Ana Otoshi Nage / Throws Harai .Yonho Musan Rakurai Chikusei Fudo Koku Konpi Hito Kappi Gyaku Ryu Kata Maki Koyoku ."Man Strategy Book" Kumi Uchi Ashirau Ippo .Koshi & Harai .Katate Dori Kubi Jime Kubi Ura Jime Sei On Jime O gyaku Jime Koroshi Jime Jigoku. Gyaku Otoshi Josei Goshin jutsu Roto Hane Kujiki Ryoyoku Shinsen Ichi Tai Tasu Shinken Shiraha Dome to Shira Dori Muto Dori Kata Sekiryoku Koryo Chingan Hisaku Fumo Bakko Muko Dori Shika Ashi Shuriki Akuken Gokuraku Fudo Shiraha Dome Shiraha Dori Toteki jutsu Tsubute & Kurumi Ishi Nage Senban Nage Metsubushi Ita Shuriken (Hira Shuriken) Kakushi Buki Shuko Tekko Ashiko Nekote. Tsunoybi Te no Naka Doku Kokeshi Shiden Gokui .Renyo Shiho Dori Kasasagi Ko Gyakko Ko . Tenchijin Ryaku No Maki Principles of Heaven.ninjutsu.ws Authentic Bujinkan Ninjutsu / Budo Taijutsu . Earth and Man Presented by: www. caffeine and alcohol. o Retire as the evening sun sets o Flexibility exercises daily o Your heart must not anger. Authentic Bujinkan Ninjutsu / Budo Taijutsu . o Kokyuho – Breathing methods  Shinkokyu San’aun – Deep breathing 3-Aum • Shomen Kokyuho – frontal breathing 8x – from seiza. Anger breaks heart and mind balance. Drop them as you breathe out.Tenchijin Ryaku No Maki Principles of Heaven. touch toes. Avoid things cooked with fire.  Junan Undo to Kokyuho – (Junan Taiso to Kokyuho) Stretching and breathing – foundation of all taijutsu. Most dojo use these techniques for Kyu grades. • Seiza Sayu Shinkokyu – straight-sitting left and right deep breathing – open and breathe in as you turn in each direction. sugar. Ten Ryaku No Maki – The Principles of Heaven  Bujin Shoku to Seikatsu – Warrior food and lifestyle o Awaken at sunrise o Cold water rubdown o Cup of salt water o Walk for an hour to 2 ½ hours o 3 meals per day  bean curd  sesame  vegetables  buckwheat flour  small fish  unpolished rice  tofu o All natural foods.  Butterfly stretch  Bending forward at the hips. Breathe deeply. touch forehead to knees. open your shoulders and chest as you breathe in. lay all the way back to stretch the quads. o Ryutai Undo – Dragon Body exercise – 4 exercises to increase flexibility in muscles and tendons of legs and hips. It makes one unable to see things and causes error in one’s impromptu judgement. Earth and Man Shinden Kihon Gata A number of basic techniques from all nine Bujinkan Ryuha.  Spread legs wide and bend forward at the hips  From seiza. Spine straight. rotate big toe and ankle joints. Practice daily. They are recommended to be studied thoroughly. Avoid salt. Drop and breathe out as you turn back. Seated position.     Shinten Shinkokyu – extension deep breathing – from seated touching toes position. o Zenpo Ukemi Gata to Ryusui – Forward breakfall form & flowing water  Zenpo Ukemi Zagata – kneeling forward breakfall  Zenpo Ukemi – From standing position – leg up  Sayu Yokonagashi Zenpo Ukemi – left/right sideways floating breakfall – straight drop down  Yoko Nagare – lateral flow – sideways extended leg body drop o Tare Nagare – dropping flow  Koho Ukemi – backward breakfalls o Kaiten – Rolling and turning  Zenpo Kaiten – forward rolling • Ryote – 2 handed • Katate – 1 handed • Mute – no hands • Natural applications  Sokuho Kaiten – sideways rolling  Koho Kaiten – backwards rolling • Ryote – 2 handed • Katate – 1 handed • Mute – no hands • Natural applications o Shiho Tenchi Tobi – 4 directional Heaven/Earth leaping  Zenpo Tobi – forwards  Sokuho Tobi – sideways. Strive towards Sutemi (hurling the body) Taihenjutsu Muto Dori Gata – body-changing swordless taking form (basic sword evasion)  Hira no Kamae – flat posture  Ichimonji no Kamae – straight line posture  Jumonji no Kamae – cross posture Ukemi No Jutsu – Floating body art. Taihenjutsu – Art of moving the body – it is desirable that one grasp kaiten. the three variations of taihenjutsu as one flow. the art of floating the body or Sanpen Ichiryu (thrice-changing mono-flow). he grouped them together. Hatsumi writes that as both Ukemi no Jutsu and Ankoku Toshijutsu both give the feeling of of passing into the world of the mysterious. left and right  Koho Tobi – backwards  Tenchi Tobi – Jumping high with legs tucked o Kiten – handsprings o Kuten – flips o Kuhi – aerial leap Shiken-Gata Taihenjutsu – True Sword Body-changing Art (Muto Taihenjutsu Shoshinsha-gata – swordless body-moving beginning form) – practice Shinken Gata. • Authentic Bujinkan Ninjutsu / Budo Taijutsu . open arms and breathe in. nagashi and tobi. Digest the idea of bunting body action. o Practicing running up a board at gradually increasing levels of incline until you can run up a 90-degree post. Hoko no kamae – encircling tiger receiving posture 11. Hatsumi discusses the methods in which to deliver the strikes as follows. drop the hips completely. not using a fist Authentic Bujinkan Ninjutsu / Budo Taijutsu . Hicho no kamae – flying bird posture 9. but can also be used to run up a human body. Ryuhyo no Kamae – draconic leopard posture 13. Not only useful for running up trees. Shizen no kamae – natural receiving posture 4. Seiza no Kamae – kneeling posture 3. Hi no Kamae – encircling posture Shoten no Jutsu – Art of ascending to Heaven (also art of the victorious turn) art of running up surfaces. Ichimonji no kamae – straight defensive posture 5. Ukenagashi – Blocking (parrying) – soke advises against speed in these actions that might lead to unnatural movement. fences or walls. Fudoza no Kamae – Immovable seat 2.     o Walking and wearing geta on ice to understand how to balance the body’s center of gravity o Gyaku-tachi Hoko – upside-down walking on hands in geta on ice o Taihenjutsu – body dropping techniques – reverse tenchi training o Running and leaping in geta on ice o Taijutsu and randori in geta on ice – breaking the opponent’s balance o Weapons training in geta on ice Ankoku Toshijutsu – Techniques of seeing in darkness (antiquated) o Seeing through darkness – bend toward the ground and try to see through the air o Katsugan – in Koppojutsu – the perceiving eye – when enemies attack in the dark. bringing about a turn) Kamae to Sono Kata – Postures and their forms o Taijutsu no Kamae – basic postures 1. (ki-ten or ki turning. Kosei no kamae – offensive posture 8. Jumonji no kamae – cross offensive posture 7. Ihen no Kamae – extraordinary change posture 12. Hira no kamae – receiving posture 10. Ryuhyo Fusetsu no Kamae – draconic leopard wind and snow posture 14.  Atemi – striking the vulnerable areas of the body  Ateki – striking the spirit. Doko no kamae – angry tiger defensive posture 6. throwing something in that direction to capture their attention. not trying to see the person but observe the movement of the air. o Jodan Uke – ukemi (receiving form) against a punch o Gedan Nagashi – ukemi (receiving form) against a kick o Shinobi Sabaki – stealthy manipulation (walking form) taught orally Hiken Juroppo – Sixteen Secret Fists – Before listing the fists. Practice harmonizing fist body striking methods where not extending the arm. Koppo ken – thumb knuckle strike 12. body hurling strikes 11.  Wrapping straw and cloth around a tree to help toughen the fists  Striking ice surfaces  Striking rocks with your fists  Toughening the forehead with suspended stones  Using walnuts to train free use of the shitanken o Types of Fists 1. Shuken – beak fist e. Kuki-ate – Air strike Tate no jutsu – art of striking from afar Fudo kanashibari – unmoving binding down Kyojitsu – ateki and atemi done together where one strikes alternatively mixing in truth and falsehood. Ki ken – spirit fist. Kiten Ken (turning fist) or Shuto Ken – sword hand – Gyokko Ryu secret fist. 5. Shitan Ken – fingertips together a. one strikes with the fingers and body in accord. Shikan ken – extended knuckles 10. Tai Ken – body. Sokugyaku ken – toe strike 16. Gyokakuken – joined horns fist c. Shanshitanken – triple finger end fist 7. Shishin Ken – little finger 6. then semi-hard things and then hard objects. A method of conditioning the fists can be used where special secret medicines are applied. Kikaku ken or Zu Tsuki – head strike 2. Shuki Ken – elbow strike 3. Sokki ken – knee strike 15. using power of mind or spirit Sanshin no Kata – The Five Forms – spirit of three hearts practice forms o Chi no Kata – Earth Influence – sanshitanken daho o Sui no Kata – Water Influence – omote kitenken daho o Ka no Kata – Fire Influence – ura kitenken uchi o Fu no Kata – Wind Influence – shitoken daho o Ku no Kata – Void Influence     Authentic Bujinkan Ninjutsu / Budo Taijutsu .  Gankken – stubborn or inexorable fist o Conditioning the fists – essential that beginners first correctly strike soft things. Sanshitan Ken b. fingertips and palm heel strike 8. Shishitanken – quadruple support fist d. Boshi ken or shito ken – thumb strike 9. Fudo Ken or Kongo Ken – clenched fist or hammer strike 4. Happa ken – open hand slap 13. Shako Ken – claw hand. Sokuyaku ken – sole or heel kick 14. kick to escape  Musha Dori (Udejime Ashiori Gata)  Oni Kudaki  Ganseki Nage Kyusho to Kiai – Vital Points and Spirit Gathering o Inner (Chugokui) and Outer Essence – destructive and healing o Goon no Kyu (canon of the five gates) o Tate – toppling through psycho-spiritual power o Fudo Kanashibari – Unmoving binding o Kiaijutsu Sanpo  Fierce “Here I go” Kiai  Teppeki no Kamae – Impregnable Fortress Posture  Muko-Issei – Fierce Tiger shout Koppojutsu Kinketsu Teisoku Kasho Meisho – Koppojutsu Vital Point Names o Ura-Kimon (Inner Demon Gate) – Space between 4th and 5th ribs.    Choshi Dori – rhythmic execution  Ku no Kumite Gata – void grappling form Kihon Happo – Eight Fundamental Methods o Koshi Kihon Sanpo – (Koshi Dai Ipp-dai Sanpo) Koshijutsu’s three fundamental ways  Ichimonji no Kata  Hicho no Kata  Jumonji no Kata o Torite Kihon Gata Go Ho – (Torite Gata Dai Ippo-dai Goho) Five Fundamental Hand Capture Forms  Omote Gyaku Dori • Torite Gata – against a punch  Ura Gyaku Dori • Hon Gyaku Dori • Ura Kote Gyaku Tonpo – flipping to avoid lock. o Kasumi (Mist) – Also temple area. o Hiryran (Flying Dragon Mle) – The eyeballs o Shishiran (Lion Mle) – the Solar Plexus o Suigetsu (Watery Moon) – also the Solar Plexus o Kosei (Tiger Force) – the Testicles o Suzu (Bell) – also the Testicles o Yugasumi (Evening Mist) – Hollow point behind the ear o Roka (Dew and Mist) – Point of the jaw directly below the ear o Ryumon (Dragon Gate) – Hollow point in bones of shoulder o Jujiro (Crossroads) – Frontal portion of shoulder bone o Jakkotsu (Feeble Bone) – Area above and below middle arm joint Authentic Bujinkan Ninjutsu / Budo Taijutsu . armpit below the nipples o Ryufu (Willow Wind) – The windpipe. o Rangiku (Tangled Chrysanthemum) – Temple area. Menbu (Facial Area) – The face. Happa (Eight Leaves) – A technique against both ears. left and right Murasame (Passing Rain) – Straight under the hollow point of the throat Seitaku (Starry Mud) – Hollow area of elbow joints Yuin (Right Passivity) – Below right eye Sain (Left Passivity) – Below left eye. Dokkotsu (Single Bone) – Area of protruding bone. Jinchu (Man’s Center) – Directly below the nose. Tento (Heaven Head) – Fontanel area of head. The hollow point Shinchu (Heart Center) – Front of chest Kakitsubo (Side Bowl) – Hollow area of armpits Kenkotsu (Hard Bone) – Four places on tenkotsu (heavenly bone) Shikotsu (Phalanx) – The crutch-like area of the thumb Butsumetsu (Buddha’s Passing) – Four places by third rib on both sides Kyokei (Strong Frontier) – The top of the five toes Hadome (Pallet) – One sun below the earlobes Authentic Bujinkan Ninjutsu / Budo Taijutsu .o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o Daimon (Greater Gate) – Area above and below shoulder jolints Asagasumi (Morning Mist) – Jaw area Hoshi (Star) – Armpits Kimon (Demon Gate) – Area above nipples Kinketsu (Forbidden Opening) – Breast bone Koshitosubo (Hip Bowl) – Middle of hip bone Koe (voice) – Hollow area of hip bones. left and right Santo (Three Strikes) – Also hollow areas of the throat. windpipe Gorin (Five Rings) – Right side of navel Getsui (Moonlight) – also right side of navel Gorin (Five Rings) – Left side of navel Inazuma (Lightning) – left side of navel Sai (Crush) – Inner thigh area Sakoku (Left Valley) – Also inner thigh area Ysai (Right Crush) – The right side Yukoku (Right Valley) – Also the right side Yaku (Press) – The calves Ryuka (Dragon Under) – Also the calves Matsukaze (Wind in the Pines) – Hollow areas of the throat. forehead area. Amado (Rain Doors) – Refers to the lymphatic glands of the neck and the whole area to the sides below the jaw. The nose. Ryu-sode (Both Sleeves) – Also double ear slap Mento (Escape Door) – Also double ear slap. left and right Ittoki (One Time) – Also hollow areas of the throat. Brings illness and suffering for seven days. Tenmon (Heavenly Gate) – Above and below the eye. Low becomes heel strike. Train Tenchijin o Sokuho Geri (Sideways Kick) – Stomping outwards. o Kagi Koho Geri (Rear Hook Kick) Hooking upward into groin as opposed to around o Mawashi Geri (Roundhouse Kick) o Kumite – Practice of various combat kicking techniques  Hooking inward heel strike to outer thigh  Striking upward into thighs and calf of opponents kicking leg  Sokki Hentenken (Varying Turns Fist) • Kata-ashi Tobi Geri (One-leg leaping kick) • Ryashi Geri (Two-leg kick) • Ryoku Geri (Twin wing kick) Descending from a high point  Ice top Sokugyakuken – Crossing the tee of opponents toe step  Keri ni Taisuru Uke Kata – against kicks o Keri Kudaki (Kick Crusher) – Sweeping strikes to kicking legs to throw uke o Taihen (Body Movement) – Catching kick from either side with your arm or kicking up into leg on either side o Tsure-Yuki (Walk Along) – Scoop up opponent’s right kick from the outside with your arm as you kick out his base left leg with your left leg. Train in Tenchijin or high. low. left and right o Naname Koho Tenchijin Geri (Diagonal rear heaven. man kick) o Koken (Hook Fist) – Rear hook kick o Koho Geri (Back Kick) Use Sanshin Furi (three-heart swing) to maintain balance. middle. Slip the left hand through to the inside and twist the leg close to your body. Strike into the calf and drive knee to the ground. Also train in Tsure-Yuki variations. catching it from underneath with the right hand. Authentic Bujinkan Ninjutsu / Budo Taijutsu . punching the base leg or grabbing the base ankle to down.Chi Ryaku no Maki – Earthly Strategy Book  Keri – Kicks o Sokuyakuken – ninja kick o Sokuyaku Ten no Keri (Heavenly Kick) – uses the sole (Ten Sokuyakuken) o Sokugyakuken Ten no Keri – Uses the toes o Sokugyakuken / Omote Sokugyakuken – turning the sole of the foot towards center. earth. o Kyoto (Empty or off-guard takedown) – Evade outside the front kick. o Sokuyaku Chiken (Ground fist) Heel kick out to side and to top of feet. causing opponent to turn. kick up high with the toes o Sokuyaku Suiteiken (Horizontal Fist) – Sharp kick straight out to inner thigh o Sokugyaku Sweeping Fist – sweeps to the side using the foot o Right Sokuyaku Left Tenken (Turning Fist) – Right stomp kick to left side. There may sometimes be the air of seizing or taking hold of each other. Striking quickly is not the exquisite skill. o Keri no Taidori (Kick body-take) – Catching kick with your neck and shoulders and kicking opponent up into the air Ken no Tsu Kai Kata. o Ryote-Hodoki – Both wrists are grabbed. Take the same side knee with yours.    o Ashidori (Leg Hold) – Catching the kick behind your back and then taking the opponent down. Bring your palms together and turn out. but it is necessary to engrave in one’s mind the unchanging aspects of the combat principle that. perform furikooshi(pendulum push) to his back side and take his elbow with your free hand. though not touching one’s body. but. Inashigata – Using the Fist and Inashigata (Deflty avoiding and upsetting. o Tehodoki-Dori (variations) – From straight grab. as passed down from of old. Tehodoki – hand escapes o Escape from a straight wrist grab by moving in with the elbow and sliding the hand in and out. No mind. using the elbow to free. o Henkaken (varying fist) – changing up of strikes o Itami-Uchi (pain strike) o Tsukami-Dori (seizing take) o Itami-Osae or Itami-Dori (pain press) o Varying kicks o Kogeri Henka (small kick variations) o Ken-nagashi (floating the fist) also called Tedama-Dori (around-the-finger take) Aite to Kumu Koko Kogamae – Grappling attitude – grappling with the opponent is having constant contact with his fists and vital points. the opponent may still be at grips with one. no meaning formulation) – The whole body is a fist. One must first begin from correctly hitting the vital points.  Oyagoroshi – Killing the thumb  Kogoroshi – killing the little finger  Take-ori – breaking bamboo • Omote Takeori • Ura Takeori  Oni-Kudaki – inside and outside demon crushing • Omote • Ura  Muso Dori – Warrior take  Ogyaku to Henka – Great reversal and variations Shime Waza – Strangling techniques o Hon Jime – basic choke o Gyaku Jime – reverse choke o Itami Jime – Painful choke Authentic Bujinkan Ninjutsu / Budo Taijutsu . it is hitting the vital points from the shortest distance and striking with the body that is the hidden technique. Dream Pillow o Ana-Otoshi (hole drop) o Jigoku-Otoshi (hell drop) o Gokuraku-Otoshi (paradise drop) Jigoku-Dori variation o Yume no Makura – grab uke’s wrist and lock out elbow as you sit back to drive his face into the ground. Paradise. o Temakura – dream pillow Nage – throws o Ganseki Nage – Throwing the big rock o Ganseki Otoshi – Rock Drop o Ganseki Oshi – Rock Press o Ganseki Ori – Rock Press o Harai Koshi – Hip Sweep o Gyaku Harai Otoshi – Reverse hip sweep o Gyaku Nage – Reversal Throws o Taki Otoshi – Waterfall drop o Gyaku Taki Otoshi – Reverse Cataract Drop o Kubi Dori Taki Otoshi – Neck-hold Cataract Drop o Osoto Nage – great outside hook o Soto Nage – Elbow to face as you sweep leg to down. o Hiki Otoshi – Grabbing wrist and shoulder and pulling forward to down o Uchimata Uchigake – inside thigh hook o Hanei Goshi Nage (Haneage) – Snapping Hips Throw o Itami Nage – painful throw o Ryu Sui Iki – flowing water o Tomoe Nage – whirl throw o Tachi Nage – standing flow o Yoko Nagare – sideways flow o Temakura – hand pillow o Kuruma Nage – wheel throw o Kimon Nage – Demonic portal throw o Kiri Nage – Fog throw o Amado Nage – rain-door throw Authentic Bujinkan Ninjutsu / Budo Taijutsu . escapes from bear hugs Nawanuke no Jutsu – Art of slipping bonds Jigoku. Gokuraku. Yume no Makura – Hell.    o Sankaku Jime – triangular choke o Do Jime – torso choke o Kubi Jime – neck strangle o Ryo ude Jime – two-arm strangle o Mimi Jime – ear strangle o Katate-Dori Kubi Jime – one-handed neck strangle o Kubi Ura Jime – rear neck strangle o Sei on Jime – sound-making strangle Koroshi Jime – killing strangle – essentially. Not a technique of throwing with the consciousness. kick up with both feet as he falls. but the exquisite.  Ashisabaki 4 – evading outside uke’s attack and hooking his right ankle with yours as you pull with the body to down. place your foot in uke’s crotch to throw him over and behind you. placing foot in his crotch to throw him over and behind you. Not something that has a conclusive form. Nage ni taisuku waza – Techniques against throws o First practice moving the center of gravity o Then delivering strikes while being thrown o Then. Thumbstrike to kidneys.  Zudori (head hold) – seizing the opponents head and twisting or pulling to down  Shomen-Dori (taking the face) – clawing. subtle skill of throwing unconsciously. grab uke’s neck and sit back. Kun-ryusui – naturally moving with the course of things like drifting clouds and flowing water. In mid-throw. o Ashirau Ippo-Yonho – footwork techniques 1-4  Ashisabaki (energy footwork) – Taking uke’s right knee with your left leg as he punches  Ashisabaki 2 – Cross-stepping to sweep uke’s right foot out from under him as in shinobi-aruki. Authentic Bujinkan Ninjutsu / Budo Taijutsu .  Metsubishi (ocular destruction) – attacking the eyes during a throw  Fuki (no avoiding) – drop between uke’s hips as he throws and counter throw  Ransetsu (snow storm) – grabbing uke’s sides and falling back between his legs to cause his face to hit the ground  Soto (clawing down) – from double lapel grab.  Sutemi Nage – Tomoe-Geri Kara Tawara-Mawashi (straw-bag turn from a whirl kick) As you sit back. strike head.  Ashisabaki 3 – Wrapping your right leg around uke’s right as he punches and sitting back down on it to break. Also. Jin Ryaku No Maki – Human Strategy Book  Kumi-Uchi – Close combat – varying all the techniques presented up to here in a single flow.  Tohi (capital flight) – Landing on your feet from a throw and grabbing the opponent’s hair or lapel to whip him around. striking or grabbing to the face to fend off the throw  Atto (overbearing) – riding the throw and countering as you are thrown.  Kuki Nage (air or formless energy throw) – sending the opponent flying without touching him in any way. getting to one’s feet  Okyo (taking aback) – spreading the arm and dropping the hips to escape the throw. Finish with a crushing stomp to the jaw. Sweep the kick out and away. Uke attempts to kick. o Kasasagi (magpie) – evade strike to the outside. As uke kicks. As he lands. Lock out the arm with your knee in opponents neck. Deflect with your right elbow and follow with a shuto to the neck. Use the elbow to strike into his ribs as you go down.o Musan (vanishing like mist) – Uke right punches. Avoid to the outside and counter kick. you counter. Thumbstrike into ribs and break leg to finish. o Ko (well sweep) – evade punch to inside. for a throw. maintain hold of the hand but evade outside the kick. o Fudo (immovability) – Taking the punching fist and encircling behind uke. o Konpi? o Hito (flying topple) – finger strike into opponent’s shoulder bone to bring to his knees. o Shiho-dori (four-way take) – Attempt oni-kudaki. kick out his base leg and pull back to down. grabbing the wrist with your right hand and striking into uke’s spine. o Rakurai (thunder strike) – Block the right punch and shuto into neck. Swing back out and apply pressure behind elbow to lock out the arm and break. then shift into a left shuto. Uke straightens his arm. Uke comes in with a stomp kick. o Koku (empty space) – parry and shuto into punch. o Kata-maki (single-hand convolution) – strike to the inside of right punch. Step in from here for a forward hip throw. he follows with a left hand punch. Turn in for a throw. o Gyakuryu ( reverse flow) – apply omote gyaku to a right hand punch. take his hand to where it is kicked by his own foot. o Koyoku (defending and drawing up) – strike upward into uke’s right punch to open for your attack to his ribs. Open up his ribs for a strike and then turn into uke. Leap into a double foot stomp into his chest. Trap under your right arm pit and strike with the same side with a thumb to the hip area to down. throwing uke onto his head. leaping away as you land the blow. Uke follows with the left. o Kappi (bracing leap) – right shuto strike into uke’s neck as he attacks. Execute a shuto to the neck and then grab his neck/shoulder/arm to pull forward and down. o Chikusei (sound of bamboo reeds) – move outside the punch. Swing under the left arm while holding onto the right wrist for a throw. Then finish the gyaku to down. Recover by rolling away. o Renyo (imperial palanquin) – block/strike to the outside of the punch. but uke resists again. catching it with your free arm and raising it and turning back to down the attacker. locking out his elbow. strike the face and twist under the arm and back around to strike the elbow and break. take the wrist with your left hand. Authentic Bujinkan Ninjutsu / Budo Taijutsu . Uke follows with a stomp kick. Apply omote gyaku as you step between uke’s legs and apply knee pressure to down. As uke kicks. Uke then grabs your lapel. Shiroha-Dori – Kiai-Kishi – spirit meeting – energy death o Ken Nagare – flowing strike Totekijutsu – throwing weapons art o Tsubute & Kurumi (projectiles and walnuts) o Ishi-Nage (stone throwing) o Yoko-Nage or Shuto-Nage (Side or sword-hand throw) o Shiko-Nage (lion-claw throw) o Senban-Nage Authentic Bujinkan Ninjutsu / Budo Taijutsu . Any number of people is fine. neck and ears. Take his ankles and kick into his chin to finish. cross his arrms as you turn and drop for a hachi-ji seoi throw. turning in to down opponent and open for an elbow break. Joseigoshinjutsu – women’s self defense o Roto (falling wolf) – from a bear hug. take his four fingers and spread two each. o Gyaku-otoshi (reverse drop variation) should the opponent spring up in the air after jerking the leg up. o Ryu-Yoku (both wings) – take the right thumb and left little finger. You step in to catch the handle in the bend of your elbow. Shinken Shiroba-dome to Shiroha-dori – true sword naked blade stop and naked blade take Muto Dori Gata – swordless taking form o Sekiryoku (sole power) – leap in striking the solar plexus. backfist into uke’s left temple area and shuto into neck. and then reverse for a throw. o Fumo (wind start) – o Bakko (domination) – o Muko-Dori (opposing take) – o Shika-Ashi (deer’s feet) – o Shuriki (manual power) – o Akuken (checking fist) – o Gokuraku (paradise) – o Fudo (immovability) – Shiroha-Dome – from shizen. striking back into the groin and then elbow to the ribs. Ichi Tai Tasu – one vs. many – there are many techniques. twisting as you lock out uke’s arm and throw. Leap up to strangle his mid-section with your legs.       o Gyakko (reverse well sweep) – evade punch to outside and catch kick to the inside. o Hane-kujiki (wing-base wrench) – as opponent goes to grab. causing excruciating pain. use both hands to strike into ribs. pulling uke over you. o Koryo (scooping graze) o Chingan (wild goose sinks) o Hisaku (flying throttle) – from a knife strike. uke comes in with a diagonal sword cut. o Shinsen (divine scissoring) – opponent approaches. drop him straight onto his head.   o Senban zenog jiy-uchi (sharp plate front-back free striking) o Mestubishi o Ita or Hira Shuriken (Board or flat dirks) Kakushi-Buki – Hidden weapons o Shuko & Ashiko (hand and foot hooks) o Tekko (gauntlets) o Tekken (metal fists. brass knuckles) o Nekote (cat claws or Tsunoyubi horn fingers) o Te-no-naka (inside the hand pick) o Doku-Koteshi (poisoned figurine) Shinden Gokui – divinely transmitted inner essence Authentic Bujinkan Ninjutsu / Budo Taijutsu . The skill of the ninja is the art of winning. Ninjutsu epitomizes the fullest concept of selfprotection of not only the physical body. is of inspiration and comfort to people. the country is subjected to needless wars. when based on faith developed through experience. If an expert in the fighting arts sincerely pursues the essence of ninjutsu. More than merely delivering strikes and slashes. hungry for power. surviving. Without the proper frame of mind. A nutritious well-balanced diet works to keep a person alive. ninjutsu is the way of attaining that which we need while making the world a better place. but when the rulers become greedy. and an unflagging pursuit of universal understanding. In the beginning study of any combative martial art. control. The skills of self-protection. or lacking in wisdom. it becomes a deadly thing with which to deceive. but grossly over-eating. disorder. The way of the ninja is the way of enduring. vital. and yet the misuse of drugs and the exultation of the physician's skills can lead people to a state where an individual's health is no longer within his or her personal control. over-drinking. and healthy. however. Once a religion loses its original focus. a broad and questing mind. But this fact is not different from any other beneficial practice in life carried to extremes. so often develop without a balance in the personality and lead the lesser martial artist into warped realms of unceasing conflict and competition which eventually consume him. continuous exposure to fighting techniques can lead to ruin instead of self-development. and prevailing over all that would destroy one. It is the same with the martial arts. but the mind and spirit as well. Governments are established to oversee the harmonious interworking of all parts of society. and deeper in significance than the simple out-witting of an enemy. or civil and economic chaos. Medical science is dedicated to the betterment of health and the relief of suffering. which should provide a feeling of inner peace and security for the marial artist. and tax the people through the manipulation of their beliefs and fears. the student will progressively come . A religion. or taking in too many chemicals is a sure way to poison the body.Ninjutsu Hiketsu Bun (Essence of Ninjutsu) by Toshitsugu Takamatsu The essence of all martial arts and military strategies is self-protection and the prevention of danger. proper motivation is crucial. devoid of the influence of the ego's desires. By opening his eyes and his mind. all the answers for all the paradoxes we see around us. adapting always. changing just as change is necessary. . The vast universe. In tune with the providence of heaven and the impartial justice of nature.the attainment of the 'mind and eyes of the divine.to realize the ultimate secret for becoming invincible . contains all that we call good and bad. so that in the end there is no such thing as surprise for the ninja. and must be guided by an intuitive knowledge of the playing out of fate. and following a clear and pure heart full of trust in the inevitable.' The combatant who would win must be in harmony with the scheme of totality. beautiful in its coldly impersonal totality. the ninja can responsively follow the subtle seasons and reasons of heaven. the ninja captures the insight that will guide him successfully into battle when he must conquer and conceal himself protectively from hostility when he must acquiesce. TENDO TENTO GANSEI JINCHU GEKON HICHU KEICHU SONU DANCHU KYOTOTSU SUIGETSU MYOJO KINTEKI FUKUTO YAKO UDEKANSETSU HIZAKANSETSU USHIRO HIZAKANSETSU KOKOTSU KOMEKAMI MIMI DOKKO SEIDON SHOFU MIKEN MIKAZUKI GANCHU WANSHUN YUBI SHUKO KOTE UHCI JAKUZAWA SOTO JAKUZAWA SODA DENKO KYOEI KATSUSATSU JINZO KANZO INAZUMA KODENKO BITEI USHIRO INAZUMA HIJIZUME SOBI UCHIKOROBOSHI ASHINOYUBI KORI KUSAGAKURE AKIRENSUKEN . Dan can give from 9. 12 When diplomas for ranks are given. Those who are not Shidoshi-Kai members are not licensed as teachers and cannot give grades and ranks to students. in a harmonious society. Dan grade and give them to their students. The diplomas cost as follows: Kyu ranks ( from 9. Dan and higher (Shidoshi).1. All membership cards have to be renewed every year. The result of that is the profit which is then used for the teachers own improvement in Budo.1. cultural connections and in harmony with the nature and in the way of the warriors. Shidoshi Ho 2. with Kyu grades and with Dan grades. 6. issued by Hombu Dojo . The principles of Shidoshi . 8. .Kai: 10.10. Kyu grade to 1.15. Kyu grade. Shidoshi – Kai members graded 5.000 Yen San Dan . Members pay the annual fee of 2. There are two kinds of membership cards: the general membership card and a Shidoshi – Kai membership card.000 Yen and has to be paid till the end of January every year.5. and in return they get the annual general membership card. Dan . 5.000 Yen Ni Dan . For example: Shidoshi Ho 1. In that case one must understand the essence "Bufu". 4.30.20. 9.THE RULES OF BUJINKAN HOMBU DOJO 1. Members who teach must have a membership card.000 Yen 11 Shidoshi Ho (from 1. 7. Shidoshi-Kai news papers are printed in Japanese language and are open for different interpretations. etc. All members must have a membership card for the following year.500 Yen Sho Dan . and to those graded from 1. Dan (Shidoshi Ho ). it should be charged double the price that is sent to Hombu Dojo for the licence. Kyu . Kyu grade ) .Dan to 4. A general membership card is issued to the members of Bujinkan Dojo with no rank. THE RULES OF BUJINKAN HOMBU DOJO Page 1/2 . Our intention is to live a healthy life.000 Yen to Hombu Dojo . Dan.000 Yen Go Dan and higher .000 Yen Yon Dan . Annual Shidoshi-Kai membership card costs 15. Dan can give 1. Dan and higher can ask Hombu Dojo for licences and diplomas up to 4. and translate and study given texts. 2.4. Dan grade) can give grades to students up to one grade lower than their grade. 3. Shidoshi-Kai membership card is issued to those who have 5. 17 Bujinkan members will be informed of all Hombu activities such as seminars. 22 Bujinkan members are responsible for their Dojo / community and need to contact Hombu in that purpose. 19 BUJIN symbol is Copyright. THE RULES OF BUJINKAN HOMBU DOJO Page 2/2 . 20 Those who have broken the law (criminals) and mentally abnormal person cannot become members of the Bujinkan organization. 21 The members must follow the "Bufu Ikkan" (the principles and the way of the warrior every day in life) for selfpreservation. character and integrity. 18 Only Bujinkan Dojo Hombu membership cards and licences are valid. Shidoshi Ho or Shidoshi) cost 1.000 Yen. Dan grades and higher.THE RULES OF BUJINKAN HOMBU DOJO 13 Only Soke can promote 5. magazines and other publications. natural justice and happiness through martial arts and martial way. 15 Bujinkan emblems (BUJIN Kyu.350 Yen. 16 All paying sent to Hombu must be made in cash in Japanese Yens. 23 Communication with Hombu Dojo has to be in Japanese language. and he evaluates them on the bases of their techniques. 14 Shidoshi and Shidoshi Ho certificates cost 10. has to contact Hombu for permission. If someone wants to use it. Foot band with spikes Ate.Entangle Gawa-Side Gedan Uke.Iron caltrops Inpo.To capture or seize Empi.grappling with two Opponents Gaeshi.immovable fist Fudoshin.Angry tiger Dori.Bostaff fighting Bo Ryaku.Earth Chi Mon.Way of the warrior Chi.Elbow Hiki.Begin Hajutsu.Martial arts Bujin.Large sword Dakenjutsu.training hall Doko.Immovable spirit Fudoza. blocking Do.Counter attack Gake.Warrior spirit Bujutsu.reverse Hai.Strategy Boshi Ken.Sweep Bisento.Strike Bujutsu.Enter .Opponent Anatoshi. Aite. so ask you instructor for updates.throwing the big rock Garami.Secret Gotono.Horsemanship Barai.Blowgun Futari Dori.Wind Fudo Ken.Striking.Student of the martial way Bugie.Way Dojo.Dried water chestnut caltrops Hodoki.Variation Hensojutsu.Martial arts uniform Godai.flying bird Hidari. This list will be added as time goes.Firearm arts Iai.Left Hiji.Low block Genin.Sword drawing Igadama.escapes Hojo.One handed strike Hasso.Hiding Intonjutsu.Five elements Gokui.From behind Hajime.Bind.Middle Chunin.beginning ninja Genjutsu.Espionage Chu.Thumb strike Budo.Warrior Bushido.Kick Gi. tie up Hojutsu.Combat strategy Henka.3 foot staff fighting Happa Ken.Pair of swords Daito. kicking.Elbow strike Fu.escaping techniques Han.Geography Cho Ho.Immovable seat Fukiya.Intermediate ninja Daisho.Disguise and impersonation arts Hicho.Trapping Ashiko.Yes Haibu Yori.Martial way Budoka.BudoTaijutsu/Ninjutsu Terms Here is a short list of terms and their meanings.Attack Heiho.Martial arts techniques Bushi.Pull Hishi.using natural elements for evasion Gyaku.Half Hanbo.3 foot staff Hanbojutsu.Art of illusion Geri.Long battlefield halberd Bojutsu.Hook Ganseki Nage.Escape and concealment Iri. Halberd Naname.Press down Oshigiri.Oral Teachings Kuji.Pain Jo.Finger tip weapons Nin.Protective grid slashing Kumiuchi.Distraction Men Uchi.Shrine Kata.High block Junan Taiso.Flow Naginata.Itami.Blood oath Keri.(Bone) breaking techniques Koryu.Long sword Omote.Teaching certificate Migi.Right Mizu.Blinding powder Meysubushi.Back kick Koho Kaiten.Devil Oni Gedeki.Finger breaking Koho.Sparring Rei.No hands Muto Dori.Scrolls Matte.To flow Nage.Front roll Maki.Great outside hook Oten.Upwards cut Kiten Ken.Master Metsubushi.Round kick Meiso.Back roll Koku.Bow Ryote.Crushing the little devil Osae.Back Koho Geri.Higher order of Ninjutsu Nuki Ashi.Sword Katate.Strike to the head Menkyo.Rotate Mawashi Geri.Tiger sky Kokyu.Focused shout Kikaku Ken.Throw Nagashi.Four-foot staff Jodan Uke.Hidden Kick Kamae.Observation Kyu.Philosophy Kyoketsu.Green belt Kyusho.Set of movements Katana.Meditation Meijin.Traditional Kuden.Grappling and close fighting Kunoichi.Nine syllables Kuji In.Endurance or stealth Ninpo.Outside Oni.One hand Kayakujutsu.Winding Makimono.Pressure point Mai Kaiten.Demon horns fist Kiriage.Female ninja Kusari Fundo.Kick Ki.Sword hand strike (shuto) Ko Ashi.Chain with end weights Kusari Gama.Both hands Mute.Hand posturing Kujikiri.Small steps Kodachi.unarmed sword defense Nagare.Open hand Kakusi Geri.Cartwheel Randori.Counter attack Kagi.Hook Kaiten.Weighted chain with sickle Kuzushi.Fire Kaeshi.Belt Odashi.Cord and dagger Kyoman.Sword fighting Keppan.Body conditioning Jutaijutsu.Techniques Ka.Thumb knuckle strike Koppojutsu.Two hands .Sweeping step Ninki.sword push cut Osoto Gake.Spirit Kiai.Break opponents’ balance Kojitsu Tenkan Ho.Breath Koppo Ken.Grappling Jutsu.Posture or stance Kamiza.Small sword Kogoroshi.Meditate Morote.Diagonal Neko te.Rolling breakfalls Kaiten Ken.Specialized ninja tools Obi.Water Mokuso.Fire and explosive arts Kenjutsu.Wait Mawashi. Ready Yoko Geri.Breakfalls Ura.Finger Yumi.Sole or heel strike Sokugyaku Geri.Water Sui Ren.Metal caltrops Toamijutsu.Spear Yoi.Arrow Yamabushi.Breaking bamboo Tanto.Sideways walking Yoroi.Front kick .Heart Shinai.Fish net techniques Tobi.Elbow strike Shurinkenjutsu.Thumb pressure Shito Ken.Unarmed/ Body skill Take.Bamboo Taisabaki.Natural body weapon Shomen.Meteorology Tesson.Throwing stars Shako Ken.Knife Tantojutsu.Side kick Sokuho Tobi.Grandmaster Sokki Ken.Body conditioning Taki Ori.Finger needle strike Shitan Ken.Extended knuckle strike Shikomi Zue.Enemy Tenmon.Mountain warrior priest Yame.Stealth Shinobi aruki.Spiritual Refinement Seiza.Side kick Yoko Aruki.Armor Yubi.Ninja walking Shinpi.Senior instructor Shikko.Toe kick Sui.Straw mat Te.Hand band with spikes Shuto Ken.Claw strike Shi.Finger Shihan.Body movement Tai Ken.Take down using legs Uke.School or dragon Sakki.Sword hand strike Soku Gyaku.Ryomune Dori.One who executes Tsuba.Hand Teki.Thumb strike (Boshi ken) Shizen Ken.Kneeling Sempai.Scabbard Satori.Sacrificial throw Tabi.Knife fighting Tatami.Water training Sutemi Nage.Natural body movement Taiso.Techniques Ya.Iron war fan Tetsubushi.Traditional Japanese footwear Taihenjutsu.One who receives Ukemi.Sword cane Shin.Toe strike Soke.Knee strike Sukuho Geri.Inside Wakizashi.Teacher Shaken.Bow Zenpo Kaiten.Front roll Zenpo Geri.Body.Intuition of attack Saya.Thrust Uchi Gata. body hurtling strikes Taijutsu.Blade throwing Shuko.Side leap Soku Yaku.Walking on knees Shikan Ken.Leap Tobi Keri.Real combat training Shinobi.Tree climbing Shuki Ken.Bamboo sword Shinken Gata.Front Shoten no jutsu.Enlightenment Seishin Teki Kyoyo.Senior student Sensei.Sword handguard Tsugi Bune.Stop Yari.Mysticism Shishin Ken.Short sword Waza.Collapsible boat Tsuki.Leap with a kick Tori.Two handed chest grab Ryu. Three Shi.Nine Ju.Eight Ku.Six Shichi.Two San.Four Go.Ichi.Five Roku.One Ni.Seven Hachi.Ten .