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The Tomes of Ninjutsu
There is now a translation of the Bansenshukai, Shoninki AND Ninpiden for sale now in a work called the Tomes of Ninjutsu.
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The cost per book is 65.00.
Togakure-ryu Ninpo Taijutsu by Masaaki Hatsumi
This is a translation of Soke's long out-of-print book by the same name. Original editions sell for $1000. This English edition includes original pictures and was translated by me while I lived in Japan. At the time, I took it to class to ask my teachers to explain certain things or show me moves I hadn’t seen before. There are other translations, but I feel I bring something that hasn’t been put into print in English.
Softcover cost is: 32.95. Hardcover cost is: 45.95
Sengoku Ninpo Zukan by Masaaki Hatsumi
This is a translation of an early book by Hatsumi that details the ninja and their art. The contents covers a wide range of topics from weapons of the ninja to the mystical signs (kuji-kiri) they used to center their thinking. A few of the photos from this book were used in the book “Ninjutsu, History and Tradition” which was ghost written by Stephen Hayes (but attributed to Hatsumi). There are certain aspects of the original that have not been available to an English language audience until this translation.
Softcover cost is: 29.95. Hardcover cost is: 42.95
The Translations of Soke Hatsumi
Many people have the books by Soke Hatsumi in Japanese, but are unable to read them. So I have put out a book with the translations of all four weapon books in Japanese. There are no photos in this book. You need the originals in Japanese to understand what is going on. But the page and photo numbers are listed, so those that have been wanting to finally read the books they have can now do so.
Cost is 24.95
The Secrets of Koga-ryu Ninjutsu
This book is a translation of Fujita Seiko’s book, “Ninjutsu Kara Spy-sene.” Fujita was the last ninja of the Koga tradition of ninjutsu. In this book are the secrets he learned as part of his training of ninjutsu.
The cost per book is 27.95.
The Last Ninja of Koga: The Autobiography of Fujita Seiko.
This work is mainly the story of Fujita’s interesting life. It is more of a story than an instruction manual. But the gleanings gained from reading it are not without value.
The cost per book is 15.95.
Shurikenjutsu by Fujita Seiko
This book deals not only with traditional Japanese throwing weapons called the shuriken, but also has sections on knife throwing, spears, specialty weapons and even an effective way of throwing rocks.
Cost is 17.95.
The Secret Tricks
This is a translation of Fujita Seiko’s Hojutsu Yarikata Zukai. It details the tricks behind many of the amazing feats Fujita did in his shows about ninjutsu. It is not a how-to manual, with some very key things left out. But it does show how we should not be too eager to take some tricks as signs of anything other than a good knowledge of physics.
Cost is 18.00
Hojojutsu by Fujita Seiko
This work deals with samurai methods of tying up captured enemies. Many different schools and techniques are covered.
Cost is 29.95
Weak Points in Martial Arts by Fujita Seiko
The contents deal with the weak points of several schools of martial arts, along with Fujita’s comments about the effectiveness and best way to take advantage of them.
Cost is 24.95
Densho #1 (Actual cover is different.)
This collection of essays and articles is the first of a semi- regular publication. In this, the first issue, there are four articles. The book is 102 pages and 8 1/2 by 11 in size.
Cost is 11.95
Densho #2
This issue has articles on the Nagamaki, two chapters by Fujita Seiko, The poems of Ise Yoshimori and a continuation of the translation of Masaaki Hatsumi’s “Togakure-ryu Ninpo Taijutsu.
Cost is 11.95
Densho #3
This issue has an article on sword stuff (sword trivia) that details lessons you won’t find in most sword styles but the samurai had to know it. Like how to run effectively with a sword, how to sit and draw a sword in armor, etc. There is also a large article translating a historical ninjutsu densho which mainly deals with night attacks and raids. Last is the continuation of the translation of Masaaki Hatsumi’s work, “Togakure-ryu Ninpo Taijutsu.” The number of pages is expanded to finish off the first section.
Cost is 11.95.
Densho #4
Contents include Ninjutsu / Kiai no Jutsu Hiden, The Sword of Kashima and a continuing translation of Togakure-ryu Ninpo Taijutsu.
Cost is 11.95
Densho #5 (Not correct picture)
Contents include Sohei- Warrior Monks of Japan, The Five Emotions and Desires, the Ninja Method of Manipulation and Togakure ryu Ninpo Taijutsu translation continues.
Cost is 11.95
Densho #6
Features articles on the Sohei, translations from Togakure-ryu ninpo Taijutsu and a section on the use of the te-no-uchi, a rather rare and unusual weapong from Japan.
Cost is 11.95
Densho #7
Featuring Fujita Seiko’s 18 categories of martial arts. 36 Stratagems of Asia by Don Roley.
Cost is 12.00
The Honor of Koga-ryu Ninjutsu
First published in 1915, translated in 2015. This is a work of fiction about the ninja. It is not going to teach you how to be one, but is an example of the type of literature of the time. The image of the ninja in this work is far different than what we are used to now. Not the greatest piece of fiction, it may only be for those who want complete knowledge of the image and history.
Cost is 14.95
The Spiritual Influence of Ninjutsu
This book is an introduction to the religious aspects of traditional Japanese martial arts, including ninjutsu. Geared for a beginner, it does not presuppose a lot of experience with Shinto or any other religion. It is mainly geared toward those who wish to understand context and references than the person wishing to follow particular religious practices.
Cost is 16.95
Tantojutsu: The Japanese Art of the Knife
The use of a knife is very misunderstood. This work is the result of the author's 15 year experience in Japan seeking out ever aspect of knife work he could find. From ancient traditions, to former criminals, the author has taken the lessons and techniques from every Japanese source he could find, as well as the foundations on which they are built, and put it in here.
Cost is 29.95
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Bansenshukai And Shoninki:
The Ancient Tomes of Ninjutsu
Two of the most important historical texts on ninjutsu were the Bansenshukai and Shoninki. This is a translation and commentary on them.Included in the subjects are stealth, disguises, assassination, poisons, traps, tools, tactics and others.This translation into English is the first to be directly translated into English by a native speaker who can read old Japanese and who has a background and training in the subject matter.Also included in the work are chapters explaining the background of the subjects, such as religion and the status of the ninja as well as a translation of the 100 poems of Ise Saburo Yoshimori.This work should be on the shelf of every person interested in the art of the ninja as it was practiced in Japan.
Koga-ryu Ninjutsu:
Ancient Principles, Modern Applications
Shosui Fukuyama was a police officer in the region known as Koga, one of the centers of ancient ninjutsu. To do his job better, he researched the ancient art, consulting with families in the area and studying the old texts such as the Bansenshukai.In the 1950s, he put out this book on the modern applications possible with the art. He quotes ancient texts and examines ways the principles can still be used in the modern world.Many of the tools are obsolete, but the strategies and tactics for stealth, manipulating people and related skills are timeless.The purpose the author had was to make the art of ninjutsu alive throughout the ages. His personal experience in using much of the skills in the book insures that what is written will withstand the test of time.