Soke Hatsumi books and more
Written by Soke Hatsumi, the Bujinkan grandmaster, these books are of interest to anyone wanting to learn more about Ninjutsu and Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu.
In addition to our Ninjutsu books, we have Stephen Turnbulls carefully researched Ninja and Samurai history books. Beautifully illustrated, they are essential reading for anyone serious about the martial arts, their beginnings, ethos and bloody histories.
Way of the Ninja
Hatsumi explains the essence, truth, and wisdom of Ninjutsu, a martial art of a thousand forms and innumerable variations.
Japanese Sword Fighting: Secrets of the Samurai
Soke Hatsumi illustrates the essence, truth, and wisdom of Japanese swordfighting techniques using a variety of swords and "Ninja to"
Advanced Stick Fighting
Soke Hatsumi, the one of the most renowned Budo masters, reveals some of the secrets surrounding this revered fighting art.
Stick Fighting: Techniques of Self-Defense
This book provides a thorough grounding in the fundamentals of stick fighting techniques including disarming and controlling your assailant.
Japanese Warrior Monks AD 949-1603
From the 10th to the mid-17th century, religious organisations played an important part in the social, political and military life in Japan. Known as sohei ('monk warriors') or yamabushi ('mountain warriors'), the warrior monks were anything but peaceful and meditative, and were a formidable enemy, armed with their distinctive, long-bladed naginata.