Principles of Ninjutsu - Ninpo
If you are new to Ninjutsu then reading through this principles section may
be a little much at first. We suggest you begin by looking through the
general training section and then reading
through the more basic articles (such as the
Jodan, Chudan Gedan or the
Fists of the Ken Jurropo files).
This section also covers the schools,
Japanese terms and some aspects of
philosophy. We also recommend
you look through the articles section as it
has archives of information from all over the world.
Basics of Ninjutsu
Junan taiso - methods of flexibility and breathing
Junan taiso is the methods by which the Ninjutsu practitioner may develop
and maintain good physical condition and well being. The yoga-like stretching
and breathing exercises form a core part of all training sessions.
An overview of a warmup may be downloaded from
the articles section.
Ken jurrupo - striking techniques
Diagrams of the fists may be downloaded from
the articles section.
- Kikakuken
- Shukiken
- Fudoken
- Kitenken
- Shishinken
- Shitanken
- Shakoken
- Shitoken
- Shikanken
- Koppoken
- Happaken
- Sokuyakuken
- Sokkiken
- Sokugyakuken
- Taiken
- Kuden: seiken,ninoken,myoken
Kihon happo
The kihon happo is made up of eight techniques that allow
the student to practise many of the basics of taijutsu. Body
movement, locks and throws are covered as well as basic
break falls.
San Shin
The techniques of the San Shin represent the five elements
of the Godai and emphasise the feelings of each. These
elements are Chi, Sui, Ka, Fu and Ku and are Earth, Water
Fire, Wind and Void (Sky/Universe) respectively.
Walking techniques
- Ko Ashi
- 'Small Step.' Used to move silently through shallow water or leaves.
- Yoko Aruki
- 'Sideways Walking.' For moving through shadows and tight passageways.
- Nuki Ashi
- 'Sweeping Step.' Used to move over planks or matting with complete control.